How To Fix BIL006 - Installation role &1 not relevant for distribution for grouping type &2

BIL006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Installation role &1 not relevant for distribution for grouping type &2

What causes this issue?

One of the following situations has occurred:
<DS:DE.INSTROLE>Installation role</> &v1& is not valid for
<DS:DE.INSTGRTYPE>grouping type</> &v2&
Installation role &v1& is not <DS:DE.DISTREL>distribution-relevant</>

System Response

Billing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Use a valid installation role.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL006 - Installation role &1 not relevant for distribution for grouping type &2 ?

  The SAP error message BIL006 indicates that the installation role specified is not relevant for distribution for the given grouping type. This error typically arises in the context of billing or invoicing processes, particularly when dealing with installation and distribution roles in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Installation Role: The installation role specified in the transaction or configuration does not match the expected roles for the specified grouping type.
  Grouping Type Configuration: The grouping type may not be configured to accept the specified installation role.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to installations, roles, or grouping types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Installation Role: Verify that the installation role you are using is valid and relevant for the grouping type in question. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Grouping Type Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the grouping type