How To Fix KPN010 - You may not maintain an invoicing plan which is active in the document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPN - Costing: Networks, Projects

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You may not maintain an invoicing plan which is active in the document

What causes this issue?

The invoicing plan you have chosen as template is already in use in
another context - for example, as the invoicing plan for purchase
orders in the Materials Management application.

System Response

You cannot maintain the invoicing plan.

How to fix this error?

Specify a different invoicing plan number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPN010 - You may not maintain an invoicing plan which is active in the document ?

  The SAP error message KPN010 indicates that you are trying to maintain an invoicing plan that is currently active in a document. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes where an invoicing plan is linked to a specific document, such as a sales order or a contract.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to make changes to an invoicing plan that is already in use. This could happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to modify the invoicing plan details while it is still linked to an active document.
  Attempting to delete or change the invoicing plan when there are open billing documents or transactions associated with it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KPN010 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Documents: Identify any active documents that are linked to the invoicing plan. You can do this by reviewing the related sales orders, contracts, or billing documents.
  
  
  Complete or Close Active Documents: If possible, complete or close the active documents that are using the invoicing plan. This may involve finalizing billing or closing contracts.
  
  
  Change the Invoicing Plan: Once there are no active documents linked to the invoicing plan, you should be able to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the documents linked to the invoicing plan or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide insights into the specific documents and help you navigate the system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration of your invoicing plans and related documents to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA02 (Change Sales Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to check the status of documents linked to the invoicing plan.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on invoicing plans and their management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KPN010 error and maintain your invoicing plan as needed.