How To Fix EMDUS427 - Billing period of result parameter &1 is after the rate period

EMDUS427 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMDUS -

• Message number: 427

• Message text: Billing period of result parameter &1 is after the rate period

What causes this issue?

The proration period of the <DS:DE.E_MDUSRESPAR>result parameter</> &v1&
ends on &v2&. However, the rate period (rate &v4&) already ends on &v3&.

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?

Choose a proration period that ends on &v3& at the latest for result
parameter &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMDUS427 - Billing period of result parameter &1 is after the rate period ?

  The SAP error message EMDUS427 indicates that there is a mismatch between the billing period of a result parameter and the rate period defined in the system. This typically occurs in the context of billing and invoicing processes, particularly when dealing with utilities or services that have specific rate periods.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the billing period for a specific result parameter (e.g., a billing document or a service) is set to a date that falls after the defined rate period. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The rate period may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries for billing periods may have been input incorrectly, causing them to extend beyond the valid rate period.
  Changes in Rate Plans: If there have been recent changes to rate plans or billing cycles, existing records may not align with the new configurations.
  Timing Issues: The billing