How To Fix ICL_CONF_INV012 - Date of invoice &1 is before settlement date by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_CONF_INV - Configurable Messages for Invoice

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Date of invoice &1 is before settlement date by &2

What causes this issue?

The invoice date is before the settlement date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_DISPLAY OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_CHANGE OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_CUST OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_CONF_INV012 - Date of invoice &1 is before settlement date by &2 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_CONF_INV012 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the date of the invoice and the settlement date. Specifically, the invoice date is earlier than the settlement date by a specified number of days. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of insurance claims processing or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Invoice Date: The invoice date entered may be incorrect or not aligned with the expected settlement date.
  Settlement Date Configuration: The settlement date may have been set incorrectly in the system, leading to a mismatch with the invoice date.
  Business Process Issues: There may be a misunderstanding or misalignment in the business process regarding when invoices should be issued relative to settlement dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Invoice Date: Check the invoice date in the system. Ensure that it is correct and reflects the actual date the invoice was issued.
  Check Settlement Date: Review the settlement date configuration. Ensure that it is set correctly according to your business rules and processes.
  Adjust Dates: If the invoice date is indeed earlier than the settlement date, you may need to adjust the invoice date to be on or after the settlement date.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to invoice processing and settlement in your organization to ensure compliance with business rules.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to invoicing and settlements, particularly in the context of the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Claims Management).
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the invoicing and settlement processes are adequately trained to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that the dates are aligned according to your business processes, you should be able to resolve the issue effectively.