How To Fix 0D811 - Acct &1 and BP &2: Invoicing type &3 could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 811

• Message text: Acct &1 and BP &2: Invoicing type &3 could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to determine the invoicing type (invoicing type
&V3&) in Customizing for this account-partner relationship (contract
account &V1& business partner &V2&). Note also the contract account
category of this contract account.

System Response

Invoicing for this account-partner relationship did not take place.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing define an appropriate invoicing type or change the
invoicing type of the account-business partner relationship to an
existing invoicing type.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D811 - Acct &1 and BP &2: Invoicing type &3 could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message 0D811 indicates that the system is unable to determine the invoicing type for a specific account and business partner combination. This error typically arises in the context of billing or invoicing processes within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or SAP FI (Financial Accounting).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The invoicing type may not be configured correctly in the system for the specified account and business partner. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Settings: The business partner may not have the necessary settings or attributes defined that link them to the correct invoicing type.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the account or business partner, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  
  
  Invoicing Type Not Defined: The invoicing type specified in the transaction may not be defined in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for billing or invoicing and ensure that the invoicing types are correctly defined for the account and business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Settings:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check the settings of the business partner in question.
  Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles and attributes assigned that are necessary for invoicing.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the account and the business partner to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect the invoicing process.
  
  
  
  Check Invoicing Type:
  
  Ensure that the invoicing type specified in the transaction is valid and defined in the system.
  You can check the invoicing types in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), BP (Business Partner), and others related to billing and invoicing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant data and perform the required actions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.