How To Fix CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB518 - Periods cannot be merged

CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB518 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB - Messages for UBB Billing Plan

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Periods cannot be merged

What causes this issue?

The periods cannot be merged because the merger goes beyond two or more
billing plan dates.

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?

Check whether a pool agreement exists between the merged periods.
Periods can only be merged in a single period when no pool assignment
exists. Technically speaking, you can only merge periods within one
billing plan date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB518 - Periods cannot be merged ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BILLPLAN_UBB518, which states "Periods cannot be merged," typically occurs in the context of billing plans or billing periods in SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management). This error indicates that there is an issue with the billing periods that you are trying to merge, and it usually arises due to specific conditions that prevent the merging of those periods.
  Causes:
  
  Overlapping Periods: The billing periods you are trying to merge may overlap, which is not allowed in SAP. Each billing period must be distinct and non-overlapping.
  Different Billing Types: The periods may belong to different billing types or categories, which cannot be merged.
  Status Issues: One or more of the billing periods may be in a status that does not allow merging (e.g., already invoiced or completed).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict merging of certain billing periods based on business rules.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Period Overlaps: Review the billing