How To Fix EB019 - No invoicing unit(s) created for contract account &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No invoicing unit(s) created for contract account &1

What causes this issue?

The invoicing unit for the selected account could not be created
because according to internal checks no objects were found which could
be invoiced.

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 additional log entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EB019 - No invoicing unit(s) created for contract account &1 ?

  The SAP error message EB019 ("No invoicing unit(s) created for contract account &1") typically occurs in the context of billing and invoicing processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are no invoicing units available for the specified contract account, which prevents the system from generating an invoice.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Invoicing Units: The most common cause is that there are no invoicing units created for the specified contract account. This can happen if the contract account has not been properly set up or if the invoicing units were not generated due to missing data.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the billing process may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in generating invoicing units.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the contract account, such as customer master data or contract details.
  
  
  Contract Account Status: The status of the contract account may not allow for invoicing, such as being blocked or inactive.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Invoicing Units: Verify if invoicing units have been created for the contract account. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code FPL9) to check the invoicing units associated with the contract account.
  
  
  Create Invoicing Units: If no invoicing units exist, you may need to create them manually or ensure that the necessary processes are in place to generate them automatically.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to billing and invoicing. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (customer master, contract details, etc.) is complete and accurate. Correct any inconsistencies or missing information.
  
  
  Check Contract Account Status: Review the status of the contract account to ensure it is active and not blocked for invoicing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the billing module you are using.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPL9 (Display Invoicing Units), FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or view invoicing units and contract accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the billing module.