How To Fix FKKINV187 - Optional invoicing function '&1' deactivated by user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Optional invoicing function '&1' deactivated by user

trados = fi

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.INV_FUNCTION_KK>invoicing function</> '&V1&' has been
recognized as switchable with the stan
dard setting "Active" in accordance with the system configuration for
the invoicing unit to be processed (<DS:DE.INV_PROCESS_KK>invoicing
process</> &V2&, <DS:DE.INV_TYPE_KK>invoicing type</> &V3&,
<DS:DE.INV_CATEGORY_KK>invoicing category</> &V4&). The user has
deactivated the invoicing function for the invoicing of this invoicing
unit.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV187 - Optional invoicing function '&1' deactivated by user ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV187 indicates that an optional invoicing function has been deactivated by the user. This message typically arises in the context of the SAP Convergent Invoicing (CI) module, which is part of the SAP Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) suite.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to execute an invoicing function that has been disabled in the system settings or by user-specific settings. This could be due to:
  
  User Settings: The user may have deactivated the invoicing function in their user profile or settings.
  Configuration Settings: The function may have been deactivated at the configuration level by an administrator.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the invoicing function.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Settings:
  
  Go to the user profile settings in SAP and verify if the invoicing function is deactivated. If it is, reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for system configuration to check if the invoicing function has been intentionally deactivated in the system settings. If so, they can reactivate it if needed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the invoicing function. This may involve checking the user's role assignments and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the invoicing function to understand its purpose and any prerequisites for its activation.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to invoicing and user settings, such as SU01 (User Maintenance) and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message FKKINV187 for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the invoicing functions and understand how to manage their settings effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to reactivate the optional invoicing function.