How To Fix FKKBIX_BIP182 - No retention period maintained for billing plans of the type specified.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX_BIP -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: No retention period maintained for billing plans of the type specified.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX_BIP182 - No retention period maintained for billing plans of the type specified. ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX_BIP182 indicates that there is no retention period maintained for billing plans of the specified type. This error typically occurs in the context of billing and invoicing processes, particularly when dealing with billing plans in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined retention period for the billing plan type that is being used. Retention periods are important for managing how long billing documents are retained in the system before they are archived or deleted. If the system cannot find a retention period for the specified billing plan type, it raises this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain a retention period for the relevant billing plan type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Billing -> Define Retention Periods for Billing Plans.
  
  
  
  Define Retention Period:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see a list of billing plan types.
  Select the billing plan type that is causing the error.
  Maintain the retention period by specifying the number of months or years for which the billing documents should be retained.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After maintaining the retention period, try to execute the transaction or process that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Billing Plan Types: Understand the different types of billing plans in your SAP system and their specific configurations.
  Retention Management: Familiarize yourself with retention management policies in your organization to ensure compliance with legal and business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.