How To Fix ERW002 - Billing type &1/IS-U billing request not used in Argentina

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERW - Contract Accounts A/R and A/P: SD -> FI-CA interface

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Billing type &1/IS-U billing request not used in Argentina

What causes this issue?

Billing type &v1& is an <LS>IS-U billing request</>.
In Argentina, SD billing documents are not integrated into IS-U
invoicing.

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?

You have the following options:
Post the document directly in FI-CA Contract Accounts Receivable and
Payable.
Create an SD billing document with a billing type whose billing
category ensures that the billing document is transferred directly to
FI-CA. (Billing type not equal to <LS>U</>).
Change the Customizing settings
Choose @0Z@ to establish the necessary Customizing settings.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERW002 - Billing type &1/IS-U billing request not used in Argentina ?

  The SAP error message ERW002, which states "Billing type &1/IS-U billing request not used in Argentina," typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module when there is an issue with the billing type configuration for the specific country (Argentina in this case).
  Cause:
  
  Billing Type Configuration: The billing type specified in the error message is not configured for use in Argentina. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables that define which billing types are valid for different countries.
  Country-Specific Settings: The system may have country-specific settings that restrict the use of certain billing types based on local regulations or business practices.
  Master Data Issues: The customer or contract account master data may not be set up correctly to allow the specified billing type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Billing Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the path: SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > IS-U > Billing > Basic Settings > Define Billing Types.
  Ensure that the billing type in question is defined and is marked as valid for Argentina.
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Settings:
  
  Verify if there are any country-specific settings that might restrict the use of the billing type. This can be checked in the same configuration area or through specific country settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data and contract account settings to ensure that they are correctly set up to use the billing type.
  Ensure that the billing request is correctly linked to the customer or contract account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide additional insights into the billing type and its usage in Argentina.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test billing run to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to billing types in IS-U for Argentina. These notes may provide additional guidance or fixes for known issues.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ERW002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.