How To Fix AD01252 - Billing/quotation creation not allowed for item &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD01 - DI Processor (Expense-related Billing)

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Billing/quotation creation not allowed for item &1 &2

What causes this issue?

Quotation creation using the DI processor or resource-related billing
can be performed for the following items of a
<DS:GLOS.352A1FB81F085BF7E10000009B38F974>sales document</>:

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

Items with CO object
Items with reference to <DS:GLOS.3526B627AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>WBS
elements</>

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check whether the item entered meets these conditions.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD01252 - Billing/quotation creation not allowed for item &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message AD01252, which states "Billing/quotation creation not allowed for item &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes. This error indicates that there is a restriction preventing the creation of a billing document or quotation for a specific item in a sales order or quotation.
  Causes:
  
  Item Status: The item may have a status that does not allow billing or quotation creation. For example, it could be marked as "not relevant for billing" or "not relevant for quotation."
  Item Category: The item category used in the sales order may not be configured to allow billing or quotation. Certain item categories are specifically designed for non-billable items.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type may not be configured to allow the creation of billing documents for certain items.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields for billing or quotation creation may be missing or incomplete for the item in question.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may be implemented that restrict billing or quotation creation under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the item in the sales order or quotation. Ensure that it is set to allow billing or quotation.
  Review Item Category: Verify the item category settings in the configuration (transaction code: VOV4). Ensure that the item category allows billing or quotation.
  Check Sales Document Type: Ensure that the sales document type used allows for the creation of billing documents for the items in question. This can be checked in the configuration (transaction code: VOV8).
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields for billing or quotation creation are filled out correctly.
  Review Custom Logic: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits, review them to see if they are causing the restriction. You may need to consult with your ABAP developer or SAP consultant.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VF01: Create Billing Document
  
  
  Configuration Transactions:
  
  VOV4: Configure Item Categories
  VOV8: Configure Sales Document Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support resources for further assistance.