How To Fix SAPLWSII012 - Different suppliers in the purchase orders for incoming invoice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSII - SAP Retail Store: Incoming Invoice

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Different suppliers in the purchase orders for incoming invoice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSII012 - Different suppliers in the purchase orders for incoming invoice ?

  The SAP error message SAPLWSII012 indicates that there are different suppliers in the purchase orders associated with an incoming invoice. This typically occurs during the invoice verification process when the system detects that the invoice references multiple purchase orders that have different suppliers.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Purchase Orders: The invoice is linked to multiple purchase orders, and these purchase orders are from different suppliers.
  Incorrect Invoice Entry: The invoice may have been entered incorrectly, referencing purchase orders that do not belong to the same supplier.
  Supplier Changes: There may have been changes in supplier information or assignments that were not updated in the purchase orders or invoices.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Invoice: Check the invoice details to ensure that it is referencing the correct purchase orders. Make sure that all purchase orders listed on the invoice are from the same supplier.
  
  
  Check Purchase Orders: Verify the purchase orders associated with the invoice. Ensure that they all belong to the same supplier. If they do not, you may need to separate the invoices or correct the purchase orders.
  
  
  Correct Invoice Entry: If the invoice was entered incorrectly, you may need to reverse or delete the incorrect invoice and re-enter it with the correct purchase order references.
  
  
  Consult with Procurement: If there are discrepancies in supplier information, consult with the procurement department to ensure that the supplier data is accurate and up to date.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes such as MIRO (Invoice Verification) to reprocess the invoice after making the necessary corrections.
  
  
  System Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration related to invoice processing and purchase order management to ensure that it aligns with business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for invoice verification and purchase order management for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the incoming invoice.