How To Fix VATCRQ044 - Sorry, you cannot assign documents to the selected items

VATCRQ044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VATCRQ - Message class for formalized inquiries

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Sorry, you cannot assign documents to the selected items

What causes this issue?

You have tried to assign a system document to a clarification request
line item to which it cannot be assigned. This is possible, for example,
when you try to assign a document that is not in the invoice journal to
a line item from sections 10-12 of the clarification request.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VATCRQ044 - Sorry, you cannot assign documents to the selected items ?

  The SAP error message VATCRQ044, which states "Sorry, you cannot assign documents to the selected items," typically occurs in the context of document assignment in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with VAT (Value Added Tax) related transactions. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Status: The documents you are trying to assign may be in a status that does not allow for assignment. For example, if the document is already processed or closed, it cannot be assigned to new items.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on assignment. For instance, some financial documents may not be eligible for assignment to specific items.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the assignment of documents based on certain criteria, such as company codes, document types, or other parameters.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not