How To Fix FKKINV242 - Source document &1 &2 cannot be invoiced until &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Source document &1 &2 cannot be invoiced until &3

What causes this issue?

The invoicing order for the entered source document contains an entry
for the <DS:DE.INVOICE_FIRST_KK>earliest invoicing date</> of the source
document.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV242 - Source document &1 &2 cannot be invoiced until &3 ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV242 indicates that a source document (such as a contract, order, or service) cannot be invoiced until a certain condition is met, which is specified by the date or status indicated in the message. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, where invoicing processes are tightly controlled to ensure compliance with business rules and regulations.
  Cause:
  The error message FKKINV242 is triggered when:
  
  
  Pending Conditions: There are conditions that must be fulfilled before the invoicing can take place. This could include:
  
  A prerequisite document (like a service entry sheet or delivery) has not been completed.
  The document is in a status that does not allow invoicing (e.g., it is still in a draft state).
  The date specified in the error message indicates that the invoicing is not yet allowed (e.g., the service period has not yet started).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict invoicing based on certain criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKKINV242 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the source document (e.g., contract, order) to ensure that it is complete and ready for invoicing. If it is still in a draft or incomplete state, complete the necessary steps to finalize it.
  
  
  Verify Dates: Look at the date mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the current date is within the allowed invoicing period. If the invoicing is not allowed until a future date, you may need to wait until that date arrives.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Check if there are any dependent documents or conditions that need to be fulfilled before invoicing can occur. This may include checking for related service entry sheets, delivery documents, or other prerequisites.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect that the issue may be related to system configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings related to invoicing in the FI-CA module.
  
  
  Error Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for more detailed information on the specific error message and any known issues or resolutions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FPL9 (Display Document) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to investigate the source document and its status.
  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 view and modify the documents involved in the invoicing process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.