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How To Fix AH345 - Contract &1: other billing order with targ. bill. date &2 has priority


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

  • Message number: 345

  • Message text: Contract &1: other billing order with targ. bill. date &2 has priority

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH345 - Contract &1: other billing order with targ. bill. date &2 has priority ?

    The SAP error message AH345 indicates that there is a conflict with billing orders related to a contract. Specifically, it means that there is another billing order associated with the same contract that has a target billing date that takes priority over the one you are trying to process. This can occur in scenarios where multiple billing orders are created for the same contract, and the system needs to determine which one to prioritize based on the target billing date.

    Cause:

    1. Multiple Billing Orders: There are multiple billing orders for the same contract, and one of them has a target billing date that is earlier than the one you are trying to process.
    2. Contract Configuration: The contract may have specific configurations or rules that dictate how billing orders are prioritized.
    3. Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in data entry that have led to the creation of conflicting billing orders.

    Solution:

    1. Review Existing Billing Orders: Check the existing billing orders for the contract in question. Identify the one with the earlier target billing date and assess whether it should be processed first.
    2. Adjust Target Billing Dates: If appropriate, adjust the target billing date of the billing order you are trying to process to ensure it does not conflict with existing orders.
    3. Cancel or Modify Conflicting Orders: If the earlier billing order is no longer needed, consider canceling or modifying it to resolve the conflict.
    4. Consult Documentation: Review the contract and billing order documentation to ensure compliance with any specific rules or configurations that may affect billing order processing.
    5. Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VF03 (Display Billing Document) to review the relevant documents.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
    • User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify billing orders and contracts in the system.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AH345 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.

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