How To Fix BIL019 - Secondary installation &1: Billing period of higher-level inst. not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Secondary installation &1: Billing period of higher-level inst. not valid

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.ENDABRPE>end of the billing period</>, &v3&, which is
specified for the secondary installation &v1&, does not match the end of
the billing period, &v4&, specified for the <DS:DE.HIGHLEVINST>
higher-level secondary installation</>&v2&.
Background:
This situation is similar to that described in error message
<DS:NA.BIL017>017</>. The system did find a billing document for
higher-level installation &v2&. However, the end of the billing period
for the higher-level secondary installation must not be before the end
of the billing period for the lower-level secondary installation.
Possible cause:
You performed interim or final billing for secondary installation &v2&
without billing the lower-level secondary installation &v1& on the same
date.

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?

Bill the secondary installations on the same date.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL019 - Secondary installation &1: Billing period of higher-level inst. not valid ?

  The SAP error message BIL019, which states "Secondary installation &1: Billing period of higher-level installation not valid," typically occurs in the context of billing processes, particularly when dealing with installations and their associated billing periods in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Billing Period: The billing period for the higher-level installation (e.g., a parent installation) is not valid for the secondary installation (e.g., a child installation). This can happen if the billing period has been changed or if the secondary installation is trying to reference a billing period that does not exist or is not applicable.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the billing setup, such as incorrect settings for billing periods or installation hierarchies.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data for installations, such as missing or incorrect entries in the installation records.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BIL019 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Billing Periods: Verify the billing periods for both the higher-level and secondary installations. Ensure that the billing period for the higher-level installation is valid and that the secondary installation is set up to reference it correctly.
  
  
  Review Installation Hierarchy: Check the installation hierarchy to ensure that the relationships between installations are correctly defined. Make sure that the secondary installation is properly linked to the higher-level installation.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If there are configuration issues, you may need to adjust the settings in the SAP system. This could involve reviewing the configuration for billing periods and installation types.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the installation data. You may need to correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to billing and installation management for any specific guidance or updates that may address this error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like EL31 (for installation data) or EL30 (for billing data) to review and manage installation and billing information.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BIL019 error in your SAP system.