How To Fix KJ171 - Item &1: Enter the time-based parameters in the billing plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Item &1: Enter the time-based parameters in the billing plan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ171 - Item &1: Enter the time-based parameters in the billing plan ?

  The SAP error message KJ171 indicates that there is an issue with the billing plan for a specific item in a sales document. This error typically arises when the time-based parameters required for the billing plan are not properly defined or are missing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time-Based Parameters: The billing plan for the item does not have the necessary time-based parameters (like billing dates, intervals, etc.) defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The billing plan type may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the customer or material may be incomplete or not aligned with the billing plan requirements.
  Item Category Settings: The item category settings may not support the billing plan being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Billing Plan Configuration:
  
  Go to the billing plan configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the billing plan type is correctly set up with the necessary time-based parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Item Details:
  
  Open the sales document (e.g., sales order) and check the item details.
  Ensure that the billing plan is correctly assigned to the item and that all required fields are filled in.
  
  
  
  Update Time-Based Parameters:
  
  If the billing plan is missing time-based parameters, you can enter them directly in the sales document.
  Navigate to the billing plan section of the item and fill in the required fields such as billing date, frequency, etc.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the customer master data and material master data are complete and correctly configured for billing plans.
  Ensure that the relevant fields for billing plans are filled in the customer and material records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required parameters or configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  VA02 (Change Sales Order)
  VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to billing plans and error KJ171.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to billing plans and sales documents.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the billing plan by creating or updating a sales order to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KJ171 error and ensure that the billing plan is correctly set up for the item in question.