How To Fix VN108 - No messages for initial processing exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 108

• Message text: No messages for initial processing exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN108 - No messages for initial processing exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message VN108 - No messages for initial processing exist:
  
  SAP Error Message: VN108
  Text: No messages for initial processing exist
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) or Invoice Verification process when the system tries to process an invoice or document, but it cannot find any relevant messages or data records for the initial processing step.
  More specifically:
  
  The system expects certain messages (e.g., IDocs, workflow messages, or intermediate documents) to be available for processing the invoice.
  These messages are either missing, not created, or not correctly linked to the invoice document.
  It can also happen if the invoice document is not yet created or the initial processing step has not been triggered properly.
  Sometimes, this error appears if the document is already processed or the status is not appropriate for initial processing.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Invoice documents created via IDoc processing (e.g., through transaction MIRO or via VIM).
  Workflow or message processing in SAP Invoice Management.
  Missing or incomplete data in the interface between external systems and SAP.
  Incorrect or missing configuration in message determination or processing steps.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Check Message Status:
  
  Verify if the messages related to the invoice exist in the system.
  Use transaction codes like WE02 or WE05 to check IDocs if the process involves IDocs.
  Check the status of the invoice document in transaction MIRO or MRBR.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Creation:
  
  Ensure that the invoice document has been created successfully.
  If the invoice is created via an external system, confirm that the interface has transmitted the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow or Message Queue:
  
  If the process involves workflow, check the workflow inbox or workflow logs (transaction SWI1, SWIA).
  Confirm that the workflow or message processing steps are correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Trigger Initial Processing:
  
  Sometimes, re-triggering the initial processing step or restarting the workflow/message processing can resolve the issue.
  In VIM, you might need to reset the document status or reprocess the invoice.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for message determination and processing in the relevant customizing paths.
  Ensure that the system is set up to generate and process the required messages for invoice processing.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicate or Already Processed Documents:
  
  The system might not find messages if the document is already processed or blocked.
  Review the document status and clear any blocks if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to VN108 for any known bugs or patches.
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes provide fixes or workarounds.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MIRO - Enter Incoming Invoice
  MRBR - Release Blocked Invoices
  WE02 / WE05 - IDoc Monitoring
  SWI1 / SWIA - Workflow Monitoring
  VIM-related transactions if using Vendor Invoice Management
  
  
  
  Modules Involved:
  
  MM (Materials Management)
  FI (Financial Accounting)
  SAP Vendor Invoice Management (if applicable)
  SAP Workflow
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / KBAs:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to message processing errors in invoice verification.
  Example search terms: "VN108", "No messages for initial processing exist", "Invoice message processing error".
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error VN108 indicates that the system cannot find the necessary messages or data for the initial processing of an invoice document. The resolution involves verifying the existence and status of these messages, ensuring proper document creation, checking workflow/message processing, and reviewing configuration settings.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, process flow, system landscape), I can help tailor the solution further!