How To Fix EDER018 - Deregulation: Unsent bill reversals exist for contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDER - IS-U Deregulation

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Deregulation: Unsent bill reversals exist for contract &1

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse the move-in for contract &v1&, for which bill
reversals exist that have not yet been sent.

System Response

You cannot reverse the move-in because you can no longer send bill
reversals after the move-in reversal.

How to fix this error?

First use the transaction <DS:TRAN.REDISND1>Generate Electronic Bill</>
or the corresponding <DS:TRAN.MEER>mass transaction</> to send all bills
for contract account &v2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDER018 - Deregulation: Unsent bill reversals exist for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message EDER018 indicates that there are unsent bill reversals for a specific contract. This error typically occurs in the context of deregulation processes in the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module, particularly when dealing with billing and invoicing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there are bill reversals that have not been processed or sent for a particular contract. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Pending Reversals: There are bill reversals that have been created but not yet sent to the relevant billing system or customer.
  Incomplete Processing: The billing process may not have been completed correctly, leading to unsent reversals.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the proper processing of bill reversals.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EDER018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Unsent Bill Reversals:
  
  Use transaction codes like EDER or EABL to check for any unsent bill reversals associated with the contract in question.
  Review the billing documents to identify any that are in a pending state.
  
  
  
  Process the Reversals:
  
  If you find unsent bill reversals, you may need to process them. This can involve:
  
  Sending the bill reversals through the appropriate transaction.
  Ensuring that all necessary data is complete and correct.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Billing Documents:
  
  Check the billing documents for any inconsistencies or errors that may be causing the reversals to remain unsent.
  Correct any issues found in the billing documents.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP IS-U. They can help diagnose any underlying issues in the system configuration or data integrity.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to billing and invoicing in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly for handling bill reversals.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EDER, EABL, and FBL5N (for account balance display) to help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the EDER018 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing and deregulation processes to understand the expected workflow and identify any deviations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EDER018 error in your SAP system.