How To Fix FKKVT_BIP018 - No runtime change possible. BITs exist for billing plan item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_BIP - Error Category "BillingPlan"

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No runtime change possible. BITs exist for billing plan item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_BIP018 - No runtime change possible. BITs exist for billing plan item &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_BIP018 indicates that there is an issue with a billing plan item in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA). Specifically, the error states that no runtime change is possible because there are billing items (BITs) that exist for the specified billing plan item.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a billing plan item that has already been processed or has associated billing items. This means that the system has already generated billing documents or transactions based on the billing plan item, and as a result, it prevents any modifications to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Billing Items: Review the billing items associated with the billing plan item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the billing history.
  
  
  Reverse or Delete Billing Items: If the billing items are not needed, you may need to reverse or delete them. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., using transaction FPL9 for reversing billing documents).
  
  
  Modify the Billing Plan Item: Once the associated billing items are cleared or reversed, you should be able to modify the billing plan item without encountering the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of reversing or deleting billing items, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unable to resolve it through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPL1 (Create Billing Plan), FPL2 (Change Billing Plan), and FPL3 (Display Billing Plan) to manage billing plans effectively.
  FI-CA Configuration: Ensure that your FI-CA configuration is set up correctly, as misconfigurations can lead to issues with billing plans and items.
  User Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to billing plans and associated items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your billing plan modifications.