How To Fix V1579 - Subsequent function '&' not possible: Item & was rejected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 579

• Message text: Subsequent function '&' not possible: Item & was rejected

What causes this issue?

This message informs you that the system will delete any existing
procurement elements for the item because the item has been rejected.
If there are no procurement elements, the system does not run function
'&V1&', so that no new procurement elements are created for item &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1579 - Subsequent function '&' not possible: Item & was rejected ?

  The SAP error message V1579 indicates that a subsequent function (such as billing or delivery) cannot be executed because the item in question has been rejected. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, where certain conditions must be met for an item to be processed further.
  Cause:
  The rejection of an item can occur due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Credit Limit Issues: The customer may have exceeded their credit limit, leading to the rejection of the item.
  Material Availability: The item may not be available in stock, or there may be issues with the material master data.
  Pricing Issues: There may be pricing discrepancies or issues with the condition records that prevent the item from being processed.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the sales order or related documents.
  Status of the Item: The item may have been flagged for rejection due to manual intervention or business rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Sales Order: Review the sales order for the item in question. Look for any indicators that show why the item was rejected.
  Review Credit Management: If the issue is related to credit limits, check the customer's credit status and adjust the credit limit if necessary.
  Check Material Availability: Ensure that the material is available for delivery. You can check the stock levels and availability in the system.
  Verify Pricing Conditions: Ensure that the pricing conditions are correctly set up and that there are no discrepancies in the pricing records.
  Complete Missing Data: If any required fields are missing, complete them and try to process the item again.
  Consult with Business Rules: If the rejection is due to specific business rules, consult with your business process owner or SAP functional consultant to understand the rules and how to address them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VA02 (Change Sales Order) to investigate the sales order details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to sales order processing and error handling in the SD module for further guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage your SAP support team or a consultant for a deeper analysis of the problem.