How To Fix SAFM_EOPO118 - Expenditure order does not have a corresponding FI invoice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFM_EOPO - Expenditure Order and Payment Order

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Expenditure order does not have a corresponding FI invoice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFM_EOPO118 - Expenditure order does not have a corresponding FI invoice ?

  The SAP error message SAFM_EOPO118 indicates that there is an issue with an expenditure order in the system, specifically that it does not have a corresponding Financial Accounting (FI) invoice. This error typically arises in the context of project systems or internal orders where costs are being tracked and need to be settled or posted to financial accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Invoice: The expenditure order has been created, but there is no associated FI invoice that reflects the costs incurred.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be configured to allow for the posting of invoices.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing the posting of the invoice.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect order numbers or missing information.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between the project system and financial accounting modules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Invoices: Verify if there is an invoice that should correspond to the expenditure order. If not, create the necessary invoice.
  Review Order Configuration: Ensure that the order type is correctly configured to allow for invoice postings.
  Open Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or create a new posting in an open period.
  Correct Data Entry: Review the data entered for the expenditure order and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Integration Check: Ensure that the integration between the project system and FI is functioning correctly. This may involve checking configuration settings or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the modules you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or KO02 (Change Order) to review and manage expenditure orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify invoices and expenditure orders.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant modules.