How To Fix BIL104 - Quantity determ.procedure &1 is not admissible for dynamic period control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Quantity determ.procedure &1 is not admissible for dynamic period control

What causes this issue?

You attempted to perform billing using dynamic period control (DPC).
During the period &v2& - &v3&, the quantity determination procedure <LS>
Quantity Determination During Meter Reading</> is active. The assigned
rate category is &v4& .
It is not possible to use the quantity determination procedure selected
in conjunction with dynamic period control.

System Response

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

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Select a different rate category or a different quantity determination
procedure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL104 - Quantity determ.procedure &1 is not admissible for dynamic period control ?

  The SAP error message BIL104, which states "Quantity determination procedure &1 is not admissible for dynamic period control," typically occurs in the context of billing and invoicing processes within SAP. This error indicates that the quantity determination procedure specified is not compatible with the dynamic period control settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Quantity Determination Procedure: The quantity determination procedure defined in the billing document or configuration does not support dynamic period control. This can happen if the procedure is set up for static period control or if it is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the billing settings or the quantity determination procedure itself.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the billing document (like customer master, material master, etc.) may not be set up correctly to support the required quantity determination procedure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for billing in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Billing > Billing Documents > Define Quantity Determination Procedures.
  Verify that the quantity determination procedure you are using is compatible with dynamic period control.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantity Determination Procedure:
  
  If the procedure is not compatible, you may need to either change the procedure to one that is compatible with dynamic period control or adjust the settings to allow for the use of the current procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Dynamic Period Control Settings:
  
  Check the settings for dynamic period control in the billing configuration. Ensure that the settings align with the requirements of your business processes.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the relevant master data (customer, material, etc.) to ensure that all necessary fields and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the quantity determination procedures and their compatibility with dynamic period control.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the billing process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dynamic Period Control: This is a feature in SAP that allows for flexible billing periods based on certain criteria, which can be beneficial for businesses with varying billing cycles.
  Quantity Determination Procedures: These are rules defined in SAP that determine how quantities are calculated for billing purposes. They can be based on various factors, including sales orders, delivery quantities, and more.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.