How To Fix VR012 - Please check the notes in the log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Please check the notes in the log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR012 - Please check the notes in the log ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR012 Please check the notes in the log
  
  Cause:
  The error message VR012 typically occurs during invoice verification or goods receipt processes in SAP Materials Management (MM) or related modules. It indicates that there is an issue related to the document or transaction being processed, and the system is prompting the user to check the detailed notes or messages in the application log for more information.
  Common causes include:  
  
  Inconsistencies or missing data in the invoice or goods receipt document.  
  Issues with the purchase order or contract referenced in the transaction.  
  Problems with tax codes, pricing conditions, or account assignments.  
  Configuration or master data errors related to the vendor, material, or purchasing info records.  
  System checks or validations failing during the posting process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Application Log:  
  
  Use transaction SLG1 (Application Log) to view detailed messages related to the error.  
  Enter the relevant object (e.g., MM_INVOICE, MM_GOODS_RECEIPT) and sub-object to find detailed notes explaining the root cause.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Detailed Notes:  
  
  The log will provide specific information such as missing fields, incorrect data, or configuration issues.  
  Follow the instructions or hints provided in the log notes.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data and Document Data:  
  
  Check the purchase order, vendor master, material master, and invoice data for completeness and correctness.  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled and consistent.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:  
  
  Review relevant customizing settings in MM, FI, and SD modules related to invoice verification, pricing, and account determination.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data or Configuration:  
  
  Based on the log details, correct the erroneous data or configuration.  
  For example, update missing tax codes, fix account assignments, or correct pricing conditions.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction:  
  
  After corrections, try to post the invoice or goods receipt again.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  MIRO – Enter Incoming Invoice  
  MIGO – Goods Movement  
  SLG1 – Application Log  
  ME23N – Display Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to VR012.  
  Sometimes SAP releases specific notes addressing known issues causing VR012.
  
  
  
  Documentation:  
  
  SAP Help Portal for MM Invoice Verification and Goods Receipt processes.  
  SAP Community forums for user experiences and solutions.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  VR012 is a generic error prompting you to check detailed notes in the application log. The root cause varies but usually relates to data inconsistencies or configuration issues during invoice verification or goods receipt. The key step is to analyze the application log (SLG1) for detailed messages, then correct the underlying problem accordingly.
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where VR012 occurs, I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.