How To Fix CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF020 - Contract &1, item &2: billing block for payer &3

CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF - Messages for Billing Interface

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Contract &1, item &2: billing block for payer &3

What causes this issue?

Item &V2& of contract &V1& will not be billed because either a central
billing block has been defined for payer &V3& or a billing block is
active in sales area &V4&.

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?

If you want to enable billing for the item, cancel the billing block in
master data maintenance for the business partner.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF020 - Contract &1, item &2: billing block for payer &3 ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF020 Contract &1, item &2: billing block for payer &3" typically indicates that there is a billing block set for the payer associated with the contract and item specified in the message. This can prevent billing from being processed for that particular contract item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Billing Block Configuration: The payer (customer) may have a billing block set in their master data. This could be due to various reasons such as credit issues, disputes, or other administrative reasons.
  Contract or Item Status: The contract or specific item may have a status that prevents billing, such as being in a draft state or having other restrictions.
  Credit Limit Exceeded: The payer may have exceeded their credit limit, which can trigger a billing block.
  Payment Terms: The payment terms associated with the payer may not allow for billing at this time.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payer Master Data: 
  
  Go to the customer master record (transaction code XD03 for