How To Fix FKKBIX_BIP042 - &1 Billing plans were discarded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX_BIP -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1 Billing plans were discarded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX_BIP042 - &1 Billing plans were discarded ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX_BIP042 indicates that billing plans were discarded during the processing of a billing document. This typically occurs in the context of billing and invoicing processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with contracts or sales orders that have associated billing plans.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the billing plan data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the billing plan configuration.
  Billing Plan Status: The billing plan may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., it may be marked as inactive).
  Contractual Issues: The underlying contract or sales order may have issues that prevent the billing plan from being executed.
  Date Issues: The billing dates may not align with the current date or may be outside the allowed billing period.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may be affecting the processing of billing plans.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKKBIX_BIP042 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Billing Plan Data: Review the billing plan associated with the document to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Status: Verify the status of the billing plan. If it is inactive or in a status that prevents processing, you may need to change it to an active status.
  Examine Related Documents: Check the related sales order or contract for any issues that might affect the billing plan. Ensure that all necessary conditions are met.
  Validate Dates: Ensure that the billing dates are correct and fall within the expected range for processing.
  Consult Custom Logic: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits in place, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VF02 (Change Billing Document) or VF03 (Display Billing Document) to investigate the billing documents further.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring in the code.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FKKBIX_BIP042 error and implement a solution to resolve it.