How To Fix BIL201 - Internal program error: Inconsistent conditional billing periods

BIL201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Internal program error: Inconsistent conditional billing periods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL201 - Internal program error: Inconsistent conditional billing periods ?

  The SAP error message BIL201, which states "Internal program error: Inconsistent conditional billing periods," typically occurs in the context of billing processes within SAP, particularly in the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Convergent Invoicing (SAP CI) modules. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the billing periods defined for a particular billing condition.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Billing Periods: The billing periods defined for the conditions in the billing document do not match or are not aligned correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of billing types, condition types, or pricing procedures that lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues in the database, such as missing or incorrect entries in the billing-related tables.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the billing process, they might be causing unexpected behavior leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Billing Periods: Review the billing periods defined for the