How To Fix BIL022 - Distribution not possible due to zero consumption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Distribution not possible due to zero consumption

What causes this issue?

You attempted to distribute consumption values or a quantity between the
primary installation and the distribution-relevant secondary
installations in an installation group. Distribution is to take place
according to consumption. This means the total consumption value must be
greater than zero. However, this is not the case in the period from &v1&
to &v2&.

System Response

The system cancels billing.

How to fix this error?

Check the meter reading results.

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 BIL022 - Distribution not possible due to zero consumption ?

  The SAP error message BIL022, which states "Distribution not possible due to zero consumption," typically occurs in the context of billing and distribution processes within SAP, particularly in the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to distribute costs or revenues, but the system has identified that there is no consumption data available for the relevant period or account.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Consumption Data: The primary cause of this error is that there is no consumption data recorded for the billing period in question. This could be due to:
  
  No meter readings being taken.
  Meter readings being entered incorrectly or not at all.
  The consumption data being zero or not available for the relevant billing period.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the billing or distribution settings that prevent the system from recognizing valid consumption data.
  
  
  Timing Issues: The error may also arise if the billing process is initiated before the consumption data is finalized or posted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Meter Readings: Verify that the meter readings have been entered correctly for the relevant period. Ensure that the readings are not zero and that they are posted in the system.
  
  
  Review Consumption Data: Check the consumption data for the relevant account and billing period. Ensure that there is valid data available for distribution.
  
  
  Reprocess Billing: If the consumption data was missing at the time of billing, you may need to reprocess the billing after ensuring that the correct consumption data is available.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to billing and distribution in SAP. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for proper data processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the BIL022 error for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like EL31 (Display Meter Reading) or EL30 (Enter Meter Reading) to check and enter meter readings.
  Billing Documents: Review billing documents to ensure that they are correctly generated and that there are no discrepancies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the BIL022 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.