How To Fix /ISIDEX/EDEREG_INV003 - No previous bill was determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISIDEX/EDEREG_INV -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No previous bill was determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISIDEX/EDEREG_INV003 - No previous bill was determined ?

  The SAP error message /ISIDEX/EDEREG_INV003 No previous bill was determined typically occurs in the context of billing or invoicing processes within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the IS-U (Utilities) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to find a previous billing document that is necessary for the current operation, such as creating a new bill or processing a billing-related transaction.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Previous Billing Document: The most common cause is that there is no previous billing document available for the account or service point in question. This could happen if:
  
  The account has never been billed before.
  The previous bill was deleted or not created due to an error.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the billing settings that prevent the system from recognizing previous bills.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from linking to the previous bill.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the billing process is being executed too soon after a previous billing run, the system may not have updated the necessary records.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Previous Billing: Verify if there is indeed a previous billing document for the account or service point. You can do this by checking the billing history in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like EA00 or EABO).
  
  
  Create a Previous Bill: If no previous bill exists, you may need to create one manually or ensure that the billing process is executed correctly to generate the necessary documents.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the IS-U module to ensure that they are set up correctly for billing processes. This may involve reviewing billing types, billing plans, and other related settings.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP IS-U for billing and invoicing, such as EA00 (Display Billing Document) and EABO (Billing Document Overview).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on how to resolve it.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /ISIDEX/EDEREG_INV003 No previous bill was determined.