/BEV1/NE005 - Purchase order &1, item &2 is not available in Invoice Verification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV1/NE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Purchase order &1, item &2 is not available in Invoice Verification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV1/NE005 - Purchase order &1, item &2 is not available in Invoice Verification ?

  The SAP error message /BEV1/NE005 Purchase order &1, item &2 is not available in Invoice Verification typically indicates that there is an issue with the purchase order (PO) or the associated item when trying to process an invoice verification. This error can arise due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  PO Not Created or Not Released: The purchase order may not have been created or may not be in a released status.
  Item Not Relevant for Invoice Verification: The specific item in the purchase order may not be relevant for invoice verification, possibly due to the item category or settings.
  Mismatch in PO and Invoice Data: There may be discrepancies between the data in the purchase order and the invoice being processed.
  PO Item Deleted or Closed: The item in the purchase order may have been deleted or the PO may have been closed, making it unavailable for further processing.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type used for the invoice may not be compatible with the purchase order.
  Missing or Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment for the PO item may be missing or incorrect, leading to issues during invoice verification.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Purchase Order Status: Verify that the purchase order and the specific item are created and released. You can do this by checking the PO in the SAP system (transaction code ME23N).
  Review Item Category: Ensure that the item category of the PO item allows for invoice verification. Some item categories may not be relevant for this process.
  Validate Invoice Data: Check the invoice data against the purchase order to ensure that all necessary fields match and that there are no discrepancies.
  Reopen or Adjust PO: If the PO item has been closed or deleted, you may need to reopen it or create a new PO if necessary.
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type used for the invoice is appropriate for the purchase order.
  Correct Account Assignment: Review the account assignment for the PO item and ensure it is correctly set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), MIRO (Invoice Verification), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform invoice verification against the specified purchase order.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.