How To Fix FKKINV286 - Billing document not invoiced - standard account assignment is simulated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Billing document not invoiced - standard account assignment is simulated

What causes this issue?

The selected billing document is not yet invoiced. Therefore the account
assignment cannot be determined with finality.

System Response

The system simulates the standard account assignment. The result can
differ from the final account assignment.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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 FKKINV286 - Billing document not invoiced - standard account assignment is simulated ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV286 indicates that a billing document has not been invoiced because the standard account assignment is being simulated. This typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when there is an issue with the account assignment or the billing process.
  Cause:
  
  Account Assignment Issues: The error often arises when the system is unable to determine the correct account assignment for the billing document. This can happen if the necessary configuration for account determination is missing or incorrect.
  Simulation Mode: The system may be in a simulation mode, which means that it is not processing the actual billing but rather simulating the results. This can happen if the billing document is not fully processed or if there are missing prerequisites.
  Incomplete Data: Required data for the billing document may be incomplete or incorrect, preventing the system from generating the invoice.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the FI-CA module, particularly related to billing and account assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Review the account assignment settings for the billing document. Ensure that the necessary accounts are correctly configured in the system.
  Review Billing Document: Check the billing document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Simulation Settings: If the system is in simulation mode, check the settings to ensure that it is set to process actual billing. You may need to change the mode or settings in the transaction.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the FI-CA module, particularly those related to billing and account determination. Ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Transaction Logs: Check the transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check the status of accounts and related documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP FI-CA expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.