How To Fix VSB287 - Verification step terminated

VSB287 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSB - Self-Billing Procedure Messages

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Verification step terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSB287 - Verification step terminated ?

  The SAP error message VSB287 ("Verification step terminated") typically occurs during the execution of a verification step in the context of the SAP system, often related to the handling of sales and distribution (SD) processes or inventory management. This error indicates that a verification step could not be completed successfully, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: Required data for the verification step may be missing or incomplete. This could include missing master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system related to the verification process can lead to this error. This might involve settings in the sales document, delivery, or billing processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the verification step.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the verification process to fail.
  Inconsistent Data: Data inconsistencies in the database, such as