How To Fix EQ013 - Contract &1 was already billed on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EQ - Cross-IS-U functions

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Contract &1 was already billed on &2

What causes this issue?

The contract was already billed according to the move-in date.

System Response

The move-in document can only be displayed.

How to fix this error?

If the move-in is to be processed or cancelled, you have to reverse the
later billings first.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EQ013 - Contract &1 was already billed on &2 ?

  The SAP error message EQ013, which states "Contract &1 was already billed on &2," typically occurs in the context of billing processes related to contracts in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to bill a contract that has already been billed on a specific date, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Billing Attempt: The most common cause of this error is an attempt to bill a contract that has already been processed for billing. This can happen if:
  
  The billing document was created more than once for the same contract.
  There is a manual attempt to bill a contract that has already been billed in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Billing Cycle: If the billing cycle is not set up correctly, it may lead to attempts to bill contracts that should not be billed again.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors in entering billing information or contract details can also lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Billing History: Review the billing history for the contract in question to confirm whether it has already been billed. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the billing document or contract in SAP and checking the billing logs.
  Using transaction codes like VF03 (Display Billing Document) to see if a billing document exists for the contract.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Billing: Ensure that the billing process is not being initiated multiple times for the same contract. Implement checks in the process to prevent this.
  
  
  Adjust Billing Cycle: If the billing cycle is incorrect, adjust it to ensure that contracts are billed at the appropriate intervals.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  VF03: Display Billing Document
  VA02: Change Sales Order (to check contract details)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to billing and contract management for more detailed guidance on handling contracts and billing processes.
  
  
  User Exits and Enhancements: If your organization has custom enhancements or user exits related to billing, check if they might be affecting the billing process.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EQ013 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.