How To Fix AJ111 - Period-end billing order is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Period-end billing order is missing

What causes this issue?

You wish to bill the contract starting from &v1&. Analysis of the
pre-documents indicates that a period-end billing is required for the
period &v2& -- &v3&. All corresponding period billings have already
been executed. However, no period-end billing order exists. This means
there is an inconsistency.

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?

Contact SAP.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ111 - Period-end billing order is missing ?

  The SAP error message AJ111, which states "Period-end billing order is missing," typically occurs in the context of billing processes, particularly when dealing with contracts or service orders in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding period-end billing order for the billing document you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Period-End Billing Order: The most direct cause is that the period-end billing order has not been created or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the billing settings or in the contract management settings that prevent the creation of the period-end billing order.
  Incomplete Data: The data required to generate the billing order may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the failure in creating the order.
  Status Issues: The status of the service order or contract may not allow for billing to occur, such as being in a closed or inactive state.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Existing Period-End Billing Orders: Verify if the period-end billing order exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., VA03 for sales orders, or specific transaction codes for service contracts).
  
  
  Create Missing Orders: If the period-end billing order is indeed missing, you may need to create it manually or ensure that the system is set up to generate it automatically during the billing process.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to billing and contracts in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for the creation of period-end billing orders.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the billing document, service order, or contract. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check Status of Orders/Contracts: Review the status of the relevant orders or contracts to ensure they are in a state that allows for billing. If they are closed or inactive, you may need to reactivate or adjust their status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message, as it may provide additional insights or steps tailored to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA03 (Display Sales Order), VF03 (Display Billing Document), and others that may be pertinent to your billing process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AJ111 error in your SAP system.