How To Fix SE274 - Service-based invoice verification not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Service-based invoice verification not active

What causes this issue?

It is only possible to display service assignments if service-based
invoice verification is active for the chosen purchasing document (i.e.
the indicator for service-based invoice verification has been set in
the purchase order item).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If necessary, set the indicator in the PO item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE274 - Service-based invoice verification not active ?

  The SAP error message SE274, which states "Service-based invoice verification not active," typically occurs when you are trying to process an invoice for a service that requires service-based invoice verification, but the necessary configuration is not enabled in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Not Active: The service-based invoice verification feature is not activated in the system settings.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the invoice may not be configured to allow service-based invoice verification.
  Service Master Data: The service master data may not be properly set up to support service-based invoice verification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SE274 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Service-Based Invoice Verification:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Invoice Verification > Activate Service-Based Invoice Verification.
  Ensure that the option for service-based invoice verification is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  In the same SPRO path, check the settings for the document type you are using for the invoice.
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow service-based invoice verification.
  
  
  
  Review Service Master Data:
  
  Check the service master data to ensure that it is correctly set up for the services you are trying to invoice.
  Make sure that the relevant fields for service-based invoice verification are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform service-based invoice verification.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, ME21N for creating purchase orders, and MIRO for invoice verification.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on service-based invoice verification and its configuration.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error is resolved and that service-based invoice verification works as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.