How To Fix VF218 - Article with specified description does not exist in document.

VF218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Article with specified description does not exist in document.

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VF218 - Details

• The SAP error message VF218, which states "Article with specified description does not exist in document," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly when dealing with billing documents or sales orders. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified article (material) in the document you are trying to process.
  Causes of VF218 Error
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number or article description entered does not match any existing material in the system.
  Material Not Extended: The material may not be extended to the relevant sales organization or distribution channel.
  Inactive Material: The material might be inactive or marked for deletion in the system.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be compatible with the material or article.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from recognizing the article.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the