How To Fix IDGT_LC051 - Billing document &1 with material &2 merged by base UoM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDGT_LC -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Billing document &1 with material &2 merged by base UoM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDGT_LC051 - Billing document &1 with material &2 merged by base UoM ?

  The SAP error message IDGT_LC051 indicates that a billing document has been merged with another billing document based on the base unit of measure (UoM) for a specific material. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple billing documents are being processed, and the system identifies that they can be combined due to having the same material and base UoM.
  Cause:
  
  Merging of Billing Documents: The error arises when the system attempts to merge billing documents that contain the same material but are in different units of measure or have different attributes that prevent them from being merged.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the billing or sales order processing that dictate how documents are merged, which could lead to this error if not set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data related to the materials or billing documents can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Billing Documents: Check the billing documents involved to ensure they are eligible for merging. Look for differences in the unit of measure, pricing, or other attributes that may prevent merging.
  Adjust Configuration: If the merging behavior is not as expected, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to billing document processing. This may involve checking the settings in the sales and distribution (SD) module.
  Manual Intervention: If automatic merging is not appropriate for your business process, consider handling the billing documents manually to avoid the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to billing document merging for specific guidance on resolving this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration or data review, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to billing document processing, such as VF01 (Create Billing Document) and VF02 (Change Billing Document).
  Unit of Measure Settings: Review the settings for units of measure in the material master and ensure they are correctly defined for the materials involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.