M8291 - Different order supplier & in PO &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Different order supplier & in PO &

What causes this issue?

You are entering a goods invoice and entered the allocation criterion
<LS>Selection supplier</> &V3&.
Purchase order &V2& was placed with supplier &V1&; this is why it is not
selected.
INCLUDE MM_IV_MELDUNGEN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and make any necessary corrections.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8291 - Different order supplier & in PO & ?

  The SAP error message M8291, which states "Different order supplier & in PO &," typically occurs in the context of purchasing and inventory management. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the supplier (vendor) specified in the purchase order (PO) and the supplier associated with the order or material being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Mismatch: The vendor specified in the purchase order does not match the vendor associated with the material or the order.
  Incorrect PO Reference: The purchase order may have been created with an incorrect vendor reference.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may have been set up with a different vendor than the one specified in the PO.
  Change in Vendor: The vendor for the material may have been changed after the PO was created, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Purchase Order: Check the purchase order details to ensure that the correct vendor is specified. You can do this by navigating to the purchase order in SAP and reviewing the vendor information.
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data to confirm the correct vendor is assigned. If necessary, update the vendor information in the material master.
  Correct the PO: If the vendor in the PO is incorrect, you may need to change the PO to reflect the correct vendor. This can be done using transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  Consult with Procurement: If there are discrepancies, consult with the procurement team to ensure that the correct vendor is being used for the materials and orders.
  Review Vendor Data: Ensure that the vendor data is up to date and that there are no issues with vendor master records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Material Master Data: Understand how to navigate and edit material master data using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Vendor Master Data: Review vendor master data using transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or XK03 (Display Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.