How To Fix AJ282 - Billing was terminated via the UTILIT99 variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 282

• Message text: Billing was terminated via the UTILIT99 variant

What causes this issue?

Variant UTILIT99 is only intended for use as a template for a
customer-variant. It is used for targeted billing when the conditions
defined in the billing schema have been met.

System Response

Billing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Please read the <DS:FU.ISU_UTILIT99>documentation on variants</>.
Create your own variant with an appropriate message in case of
termination.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ282 - Billing was terminated via the UTILIT99 variant ?

  The SAP error message AJ282 indicates that a billing document was terminated due to the UTILIT99 variant. This error typically arises during the billing process in SAP, particularly when using the billing document processing program.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the billing document configuration or in the variant settings for the billing program.
  Data Issues: Missing or incorrect data in the sales order, delivery, or billing document that prevents successful processing.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the billing process.
  System Errors: Technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that may cause the billing process to terminate unexpectedly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AJ282 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE38 or SA38 and enter the program name for billing (e.g., RV60SBAT for billing document processing).
  Check the UTILIT99 variant settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review the Billing Document:
  
  Check the billing document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Use transaction code VF03 to display the billing document and look for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the billing process has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Dump:
  
  If the error is due to a system issue, check for any short dumps in transaction code ST22. This can provide more insight into what caused the termination.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VF01 (Create Billing Document)
  VF02 (Change Billing Document)
  VF03 (Display Billing Document)
  SE38/SA38 (Execute Program)
  ST22 (Dump Analysis)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing processes and error handling for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the AJ282 error and implement a solution to resolve it.