How To Fix SO805 - Substitute is not valid

SO805 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Substitute is not valid

What causes this issue?

Substitution by the specified user is not possible.

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?

Check whether the user exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO805 - Substitute is not valid ?

  The SAP error message SO805, which states "Substitute is not valid," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when a user attempts to use a substitute material that is not valid for the transaction being processed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during sales order creation or when trying to process a delivery.
  Causes of SO805 Error
  
  
  Substitute Material Not Defined: The substitute material may not be defined in the system for the main material in the material master or in the sales order.
  
  
  Validity Period: The substitute material may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Each substitute can have a specific validity period, and if the current date falls outside this range, the substitute will be considered invalid.
  
  
  Status of Substitute Material: The substitute material may be inactive or blocked in the system, preventing it from being used in transactions.
  
  
  Sales Organization or Distribution Channel: The