How To Fix FINS_REV_REC090 - A billing plan item must not extend over &1 years

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_REV_REC - Event Based revenue recognition

• Message number: 090

• Message text: A billing plan item must not extend over &1 years

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_REV_REC090 - A billing plan item must not extend over &1 years ?

  The SAP error message FINS_REV_REC090 indicates that a billing plan item is set to extend over a period that exceeds the allowed limit of one year. This error typically arises in the context of revenue recognition and billing plans, where SAP enforces certain rules to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A billing plan item is configured with a duration that exceeds one year.
  The system settings or configuration for revenue recognition do not allow billing plans to extend beyond a year.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Billing Plan Configuration:
  
  Check the billing plan item in question and verify its duration. Ensure that it does not exceed one year.
  If the billing plan is intended to last longer than one year, consider breaking it into multiple billing plan items, each with a duration of one year or less.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Billing Plan:
  
  If the billing plan item is incorrectly set, modify the duration to comply with the one-year limit.
  You can do this by navigating to the billing plan in the relevant transaction (e.g., VA01 for sales orders, or the appropriate transaction for service contracts) and adjusting the dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you believe the configuration should allow for longer billing plans, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to revenue recognition and billing plans.
  Check if there are any user exits or enhancements that might be affecting the billing plan duration.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Compliance:
  
  Ensure that your billing practices comply with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS 15 or ASC 606) that may dictate how revenue is recognized over time.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may provide additional insights or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VA01/VA02: Create/Change Sales Order
  VF01/VF02: Create/Change Billing Document
  FBL1N/FBL3N: Display Vendor/Customer Line Items
  
  
  Revenue Recognition Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to revenue recognition, which can be found in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.