How To Fix KE/AD605 - Item & of billing document & is a text item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE/AD -

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Item & of billing document & is a text item

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& of billng document &V2& is not posted as it involves a text
item.

System Response

The item is not posted to profitability analysis.

How to fix this error?

Text items are not updated in Controlling.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE/AD605 - Item & of billing document & is a text item ?

  The SAP error message KE/AD605 indicates that there is an issue with a billing document item that is classified as a text item. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (PA) when the system expects a numeric value for a cost element but encounters a text item instead.
  Cause:
  
  Text Item in Billing Document: The billing document contains an item that is purely a text item (e.g., a description or note) rather than a line item with a monetary value.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not allow text items to be processed in the context of profitability analysis.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of the billing document, a text item may have been inadvertently included.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Billing Document: Check the billing document in question to identify the text item. Ensure that all items that should have a monetary value are correctly entered.
  Remove or Modify Text Items: If the text item is not necessary for the profitability analysis, consider removing it or converting it to a valid line item with a monetary value.
  Adjust Configuration: If text items are required for your business process, consult with your SAP configuration team to see if adjustments can be made to allow text items in the context of profitability analysis.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to error KE/AD605 for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VF03 (Display Billing Document) to review the billing document and KE53 (Display Profitability Segment) to analyze profitability segments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the processing of billing documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.