How To Fix FKKINV_TEST073 - Billing request &1 has been deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV_TEST -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Billing request &1 has been deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV_TEST073 - Billing request &1 has been deleted. ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV_TEST073 indicates that a billing request has been deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules, where billing requests are generated for invoicing purposes.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when an attempt is made to process or reference a billing request that has already been deleted. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual deletion of the billing request by a user.
  A program or batch job that deletes billing requests based on certain criteria.
  Data inconsistencies or issues during the billing process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Billing Request Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like FPL9 (Display Billing Request) or FPL1 (Create Billing Request) to check the status of the billing request in question. Confirm whether it has indeed been deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion Logs:
  
  If you have access, check the logs or audit trails to see who or what process deleted the billing request. This can help identify if it was an unintended action.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Billing Request:
  
  If the billing request is essential for your processes, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all necessary data is available to generate a new billing request.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the deletion or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They may have additional insights or tools to help recover or recreate the billing request.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Programs:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements in your SAP environment that manage billing requests, review them to ensure they are functioning correctly and not inadvertently deleting requests.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings related to billing requests in your SAP system are correct and align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FPL9: Display Billing Request
  FPL1: Create Billing Request
  FPL2: Change Billing Request
  FPL3: Display Billing Request List
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to billing requests and the specific error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation related to billing processes in FI-CA or Convergent Charging for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and understand the context of the deleted billing request.