How To Fix CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF025 - Contract &1, item &2: item status does not allow billing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF - Messages for Billing Interface

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Contract &1, item &2: item status does not allow billing

What causes this issue?

Billing request item &V2& of contract &V1& is currently blocked for
billing as a result of its active status.

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 the active status in the contract at the billing request item
level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF025 - Contract &1, item &2: item status does not allow billing ?

  The SAP error message CRM_LEAS_BILL_IF025 indicates that there is an issue with the billing status of a specific item in a contract. The message typically states: "Contract &1, item &2: item status does not allow billing." This error can occur in the context of leasing or contract management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Item Status: The item in the contract may have a status that does not permit billing. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  The item is marked as "not billable."
  The item is in a status that is not yet ready for billing (e.g., pending approval, not yet activated).
  The item has been flagged for cancellation or is in a closed status.
  
  
  
  Contract Validity: The contract itself may not be valid for billing due to:
  
  The contract being in a status that does not allow billing (e.g., inactive, expired).
  The billing period not being valid or having already passed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict billing for certain item types or statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Status:
  
  Navigate to the contract in question and check the status of the specific item (item &2).
  Ensure that the item is in a status that allows billing. If it is not, you may need to change the status or take necessary actions to make it billable.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Validity:
  
  Verify that the contract (contract &1) is active and valid for billing.
  Check the validity dates and ensure that the contract is not expired or inactive.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the issue is related to configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings related to billing and item statuses.
  Ensure that the item type and contract type are configured correctly to allow billing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on item statuses and billing processes in the CRM module.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test billing to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CRM_ORDER or CRM_CONTRACT to access and manage contracts and items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the billing has the necessary authorizations to do so.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.