How To Fix SAFM_EOPO052 - Multiple incoming documents cannot be selected for this document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFM_EOPO - Expenditure Order and Payment Order

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Multiple incoming documents cannot be selected for this document type

What causes this issue?

The selected document type is used for document source <LS>Material
Management.</> The <LS>Multiple Incoming Documents </>option cannot be
selected for this document type for document source <LS>Finance Invoice
</>.

System Response

The system does not allow you to select the <LS>Multiple Incoming
Documents</> option.

How to fix this error?

Either select a different document type to allow posting of multiple
incoming documents for an expenditure order, or change the document type
used for <LS>Material Management</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFM_EOPO052 - Multiple incoming documents cannot be selected for this document type ?

  The SAP error message SAFM_EOPO052 indicates that multiple incoming documents cannot be selected for a specific document type. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with incoming invoices or other financial documents.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are trying to process may not allow multiple incoming documents to be selected. This is often a configuration setting in the SAP system.
  
  
  Document Status: The status of the document you are trying to process may not permit the selection of multiple incoming documents. For example, if the document is already in a processed state or has been partially processed, it may restrict further selections.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the document type in the SAP system may be set to allow only single document processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document types and check if the settings allow for multiple incoming documents. Adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document you are trying to process. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for the selection of multiple incoming documents.
  If the document is already processed, you may need to reverse or cancel it before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, FI) to understand the limitations and configurations for document types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or status checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice for Purchase Order), or others depending on your specific use case.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or patches that address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.