How To Fix FKKVT_BIP005 - Type of billing plan &1 not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_BIP - Error Category "BillingPlan"

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Type of billing plan &1 not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_BIP005 - Type of billing plan &1 not supported ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_BIP005 indicates that the type of billing plan specified in the transaction is not supported. This error typically occurs in the context of contract accounts and billing processes within the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Billing Plan Type: The billing plan type you are trying to use is not configured or is not valid for the specific transaction or contract account.
  Configuration Issues: The billing plan type may not be properly set up in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant contract or customer.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the billing plan type field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for billing plans in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Functions > Billing > Define Billing Plans.
  Ensure that the billing plan type you are trying to use is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Assignment:
  
  Check if the billing plan type is assigned to the relevant contract account or customer master data. You can do this by reviewing the customer account settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the billing plan type in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that it matches one of the valid billing plan types configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to billing plans to understand the valid types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPL1N (Create Billing Plan) or FPL2N (Change Billing Plan) to manage billing plans.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to billing plans and the specific error message.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If custom logic is involved in billing plan processing, review any user exits or enhancements that may affect the billing plan types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.