How To Fix FKKMA116 - Filter &1 for the selection of billable items is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKMA - Messages for Master Agreement

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Filter &1 for the selection of billable items is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKMA116 - Filter &1 for the selection of billable items is not defined ?

  The SAP error message FKKMA116 indicates that a filter for the selection of billable items is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when trying to process billing documents or related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined filter for selecting billable items in the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the filter might not have been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the billing process may not be correctly defined, leading to the inability to select billable items.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might not be correctly implemented or might be missing necessary filters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the billing process in SAP. This can typically be found under the path: 
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Functions > Billing > Define Filters for Billable Items.
  
  
  Ensure that the necessary filters are defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Define Filters:
  
  If no filters are defined, you will need to create them. Make sure to specify the criteria that should be used to select billable items.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to billing, review the code to ensure that it correctly references the filters and does not bypass the standard selection logic.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the billing process to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that billable items are being selected correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and filters, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC for configuration or FBL5N for account balance display to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization uses user exits or BAdIs for custom logic in billing, ensure they are not interfering with the standard process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FKKMA116 error in your SAP system.