How To Fix FKKBIX_BIP168 - Billing plan is the template, status &1 is not permitted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX_BIP -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Billing plan is the template, status &1 is not permitted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX_BIP168 - Billing plan is the template, status &1 is not permitted. ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX_BIP168 indicates that there is an issue with the billing plan in the context of billing documents. Specifically, it suggests that the billing plan is being treated as a template, and the status associated with it is not permitted for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Billing Plan Status: The billing plan may have a status that does not allow for the action you are attempting. For example, if the billing plan is in a status that is meant for completed or archived plans, you may not be able to create or modify billing documents based on it.
  Template Misconfiguration: The billing plan might be incorrectly configured as a template, which can lead to restrictions on its usage.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the billing plan, such as missing or incorrect entries in the billing plan configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Billing Plan Status: Review the status of the billing plan in the system. Ensure that it is in a status that allows for the desired operation (e.g., "Active" or "Open"). You can do this by navigating to the billing plan in the SAP GUI and checking its details.
  Modify Billing Plan: If the billing plan is incorrectly set as a template, you may need to modify its configuration to ensure it is treated as a standard billing plan.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on billing plans to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all related entries for the billing plan are correct and complete. This may involve checking related master data or configuration settings.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document) or VF02 (Change Billing Document) to interact with billing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to billing plans and billing documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.