How To Fix FKKINV416 - A preliminary invoice should be created

FKKINV416 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 416

• Message text: A preliminary invoice should be created

What causes this issue?

According to the configuration of the invoicing process, a
<DS:DE.INV_PRELIMINARY_KK>preliminary invoice</> should be created.

System Response

The system creates a clarification case of type 07 - <LS>Clarification
of Preliminary Invoice</> - for the preliminary invoice.

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 FKKINV416 - A preliminary invoice should be created ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV416, which states "A preliminary invoice should be created," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules. This error indicates that the system expects a preliminary invoice to be generated before proceeding with the current operation, such as posting a final invoice or processing a payment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preliminary Invoice: The most common cause of this error is that a preliminary invoice has not been created for the transaction you are trying to process. In certain business processes, a preliminary invoice is a necessary step before a final invoice can be issued.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a preliminary invoice for specific transaction types or customer accounts.
  Business Process Requirements: The business process being followed may mandate the creation of a preliminary invoice as part of the workflow.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Preliminary Invoice: 
  
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