How To Fix BIL315 - You cannot move the start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 315

• Message text: You cannot move the start date

What causes this issue?

You selected <LS>Move Start Date</>. However, the selected price has
multiple historical entries.
In this case, the new <LS>Valid From</> date (the from-date in the Excel
file) must be <ZH>after</> the <LS>Valid From</> date from the previous
period.
For more information, see <DS:DE.ISU_MOVE_STARTDATE>Moving the Start
Date</>

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?

You have the following options:
For the price in the Excel file, enter a date in the ABDATUM field that
is <ZH>after</> the <LS>Valid From</> date from the previous period.
Do <ZH>not</> select the <LS>Move Start Date</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL315 - You cannot move the start date ?

  The SAP error message BIL315 ("You cannot move the start date") typically occurs in the context of billing or project management when there is an attempt to change the start date of a billing document or project that is not allowed due to certain constraints or settings in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies on Other Dates: The start date may be linked to other dates (like end dates or delivery dates) that prevent it from being changed.
  Status of the Document: The billing document or project may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed, closed, or locked).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict changes to certain fields based on business rules.
  Open Items: There may be open items or transactions that are dependent on the current start date, preventing any modifications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies related to the start date. Ensure that changing the start date does not violate any business rules or dependencies.
  Change Document Status: If the document is in a status that does not allow changes, consider changing the status to allow for modifications. This may involve reversing or completing certain transactions.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team to understand if there are any settings that need to be adjusted to allow for the change.
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items that depend on the start date, resolve those items first before attempting to change the date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VF01 (Create Billing Document), CJ20N (Project Management), or others related to billing and project management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the billing document or project.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.