How To Fix EPS052 - Contract &1 has already been finally invoiced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Contract &1 has already been finally invoiced

What causes this issue?

You tried to reverse a move-out for contract &V1&. However, this
contract has already been finally invoiced.

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

System Response

The move-out cannot be reversed.
Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Reverse final invoicing (print document number: &V2&).
Reverse the move-out.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS052 - Contract &1 has already been finally invoiced ?

  The SAP error message EPS052 indicates that a contract (identified by &1) has already been finally invoiced. This means that the contract in question has reached a state where no further billing or invoicing can occur because it has been marked as fully invoiced.
  Cause:
  
  Final Invoicing: The contract has been processed for final invoicing, which means all billing activities related to that contract have been completed.
  System Configuration: The system is configured to prevent any further invoicing once a contract has been finalized.
  User Action: A user may have attempted to create an invoice for a contract that has already been settled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in the system. You can do this by navigating to the contract details and checking if it is marked as "finalized" or "completed."
  Review Invoicing History: Look at the invoicing history for the contract to confirm that it has indeed been fully invoiced.
  No Further Action Required: If the contract is finalized, no further invoicing can be done. If additional billing is necessary, you may need to create a new contract or adjust the existing one if the business process allows for it.
  Consult with Finance Team: If there is a need to make adjustments or if you believe this is an error, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications and possible solutions.
  System Configuration Review: If you believe that the invoicing should still be possible, review the system configuration or consult with your SAP administrator to see if any settings need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on contract management and invoicing processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA03 (Display Sales Order), VF03 (Display Billing Document), or ME33K (Display Contract) to check the status and details of the contract.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and manage contracts and invoices in the system.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.