How To Fix AH734 - Document &1: no PE billing order with start of PE billing period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 734

• Message text: Document &1: no PE billing order with start of PE billing period &2

What causes this issue?

The last document &v1& for a period-end billing period must be
canceled. In this case, the reversal must also delete the period-end
order generated by the last period billing. The period-end billing can
be clearly identified by the field Start of the period-end billing
period = &v2&, but could not be found in this case.

System Response

Cancellation/error

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH734 - Document &1: no PE billing order with start of PE billing period &2 ?

  The SAP error message AH734 indicates that there is no Performance Evaluation (PE) billing order associated with the specified document and the start of the PE billing period. This error typically arises in the context of billing processes, particularly in industries that utilize performance-based billing or service contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Billing Order: The primary cause of this error is that there is no existing PE billing order for the specified document. This could happen if the billing order was not created, was deleted, or if there is a mismatch in the billing period.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document number referenced in the error may not be valid or may not correspond to a billing order.
  Billing Period Issues: The start date of the PE billing period may not align with the billing order's validity period, leading to the absence of a corresponding billing order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Billing Order: Verify if a PE billing order exists for the document in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like VF03 for billing documents).
  Create Missing Billing Order: If no billing order exists, you may need to create one. This can typically be done through the appropriate transaction for creating billing orders (e.g., VA01 for sales orders or VF01 for billing documents).
  Review Document and Period: Ensure that the document number and the billing period are correct. Check if the billing order is valid for the specified period.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings related to PE billing in your SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant modules (e.g., SD, FI) to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Check for Custom Logic: If your organization has custom logic or enhancements in place, ensure that they are functioning as expected and not causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF03 (Display Billing Document), VA01 (Create Sales Order), and VA02 (Change Sales Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Performance Evaluation billing and billing order management for further understanding of the process and potential pitfalls.
  
  If the problem continues 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.