How To Fix BIL008 - Distribution not possible due to zero consumption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Distribution not possible due to zero consumption

What causes this issue?

You want to distribute a consumption value or a quantity to the
<DS:DE.DISTREL>distribution-relevant</> secondary installations.
Distribution should be based on the consumption values from the
secondary installation. This means that at least one consumption value
must be higher than zero. However, all of the secondary installations
that were analyzed had consumption values of zero.

System Response

Billing for the primary installation is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Read the documentation for the variant program for distribution.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL008 - Distribution not possible due to zero consumption ?

  The SAP error message BIL008, which states "Distribution not possible due to zero consumption," typically occurs in the context of billing and distribution processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is no consumption data available for the billing document or that the consumption is zero, which prevents the system from proceeding with the distribution of costs or revenues.
  Cause:
  
  
  Zero Consumption Data: The primary cause of this error is that the system has identified that there is no consumption data for the relevant billing document. This could happen if:
  
  The consumption data has not been recorded or updated in the system.
  The consumption data has been deleted or is not available for the specified period.
  The billing document is being processed for a service or product that has not been consumed.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the billing or distribution settings that lead to the system not recognizing valid consumption data.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the billing process is initiated before the consumption data is finalized or posted, this error may occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Consumption Data: Verify that the consumption data exists for the relevant billing document. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the relevant consumption reports or transaction logs.
  Ensuring that the consumption data has been correctly recorded in the system.
  
  
  
  Update or Post Consumption Data: If the consumption data is missing or incorrect, ensure that it is updated or posted correctly in the system. This may involve:
  
  Posting the necessary consumption entries.
  Ensuring that all relevant transactions have been completed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to billing and distribution to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing the billing type settings.
  Ensuring that the relevant account determination settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Timing of Billing Process: Ensure that the billing process is initiated after all relevant consumption data has been finalized and posted. If necessary, wait until the consumption data is available before attempting to process the billing document again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VF03 (Display Billing Document) or S_ALR_87012179 (Consumption Analysis) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BIL008 error and implement a solution to resolve it.