How To Fix CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB505 - Billing per. &1 - &2 of single contract already billed; selected date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB - Messages for UBB Billing Plan

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Billing per. &1 - &2 of single contract already billed; selected date &3

What causes this issue?

You attempted to execute an action (accrual/combination) for periods of
the current single contract that have already been billed:
Period &V1& - &V2& of the single contract have been invoiced. The date
for accrual/combination, &V3&, lies within this period.

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?

Choose the next possible date for accrual/combination that has not been
billed yet.

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 CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB505 - Billing per. &1 - &2 of single contract already billed; selected date &3 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB505 indicates that there is an issue with billing periods in the context of a single contract. Specifically, the message states that the billing period specified (from &1 to &2) has already been billed, and the selected date (&3) is causing a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Billing Period Already Processed: The billing period you are trying to process has already been billed. This means that the system has already generated invoices or billing documents for that period.
  Incorrect Date Selection: The date you selected for billing may fall within a period that has already been closed or processed.
  Contract Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the billing plan or contract that prevent further billing for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Billing History: Review the billing history for the contract to confirm that the specified period has indeed been billed. You can do this by checking the billing documents associated with the contract.
  Adjust Billing Dates: If you need to bill for a different period, ensure that the selected date does not fall within an already billed period. Adjust the billing date accordingly.
  Reopen Billing Period: If necessary and if your business process allows it, you may consider reopening the billing period. This typically requires administrative permissions and should be done with caution.
  Consult Configuration: Review the billing plan configuration for the contract to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions preventing billing for the selected period.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CRM_BILLING or VF03 to view billing documents and their statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to billing plans and contract management for more detailed information on how billing periods are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.