How To Fix FKKVT_BIP014 - Billing plan: Validity of the lock exceeds that of plan (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_BIP - Error Category "BillingPlan"

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Billing plan: Validity of the lock exceeds that of plan (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_BIP014 - Billing plan: Validity of the lock exceeds that of plan (&1) ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_BIP014 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the validity period of a billing plan and the lock that has been applied to it. This 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:
  The error arises when:
  
  The billing plan has a defined validity period (start and end dates).
  A lock has been applied to the billing plan, but the validity of that lock exceeds the validity of the billing plan itself.
  
  This situation can occur if:
  
  The billing plan is set to expire or is no longer valid, but there are still operations or transactions trying to access it.
  There may be a configuration issue or a misunderstanding of the billing plan's lifecycle.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Billing Plan Validity:
  
  Navigate to the billing plan in question and verify its validity dates. Ensure that the billing plan is still active and has not expired.
  
  
  
  Review the Lock:
  
  Identify the lock that has been applied to the billing plan. You can check the lock status in the relevant transaction or by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view locks) or SLOCK (to manage locks).
  Determine if the lock is necessary and if it can be released.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Validity Period:
  
  If the billing plan is still needed, consider extending its validity period to match the lock's validity.
  If the lock is no longer needed, release it to allow the billing plan to be processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to billing plans and locks for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FPL1N - Display Billing Plan
  FPL2N - Change Billing Plan
  SM12 - Display and manage locks
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for billing plans in the SAP system to ensure they align with business requirements.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.