How To Fix KPN066 - Assign a default date category to invoicing plan type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPN - Costing: Networks, Projects

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Assign a default date category to invoicing plan type &1

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain a template invoicing plan for invoicing plan type
&V1&. However, no template date category has yet been assigned to the
invoicing plan type.

System Response

Processing stopped.

How to fix this error?

To maintain a template invoicing plan, proceed as follows:
Save the invoicing plan type.
Create at least one date category for the invoicing plan type.
Assign a date category as a default to the invoicing plan type.
Save the invoicing plan type.
Maintain the template invoicing plan.

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 KPN066 - Assign a default date category to invoicing plan type &1 ?

  The SAP error message KPN066 indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the invoicing plan type in the system. Specifically, it means that a default date category has not been assigned to the specified invoicing plan type (denoted by &1 in the error message).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  An invoicing plan type is being used in a transaction, but it has not been properly configured in the system.
  The system requires a default date category to determine how dates are handled for the invoicing plan, but this has not been set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a default date category to the invoicing plan type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Cost Object Controlling -> Invoicing Plan -> Define Invoicing Plan Types
  
  
  
  
  Select the Invoicing Plan Type:
  
  In the configuration screen, find the invoicing plan type that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message (the &1 placeholder).
  Select the invoicing plan type to edit its settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Default Date Category:
  
  Look for the field that allows you to assign a default date category.
  Choose an appropriate date category from the available options. The date category typically defines how the dates for invoicing are calculated (e.g., based on delivery dates, billing dates, etc.).
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and try to execute it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Categories: These are used in SAP to determine how dates are calculated for various processes, including invoicing. Understanding the different date categories and their implications can help in selecting the right one for your invoicing plan type.
  Invoicing Plan Types: These are used to manage billing for long-term contracts or projects where billing occurs at regular intervals. Proper configuration is crucial for accurate financial reporting and compliance.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources related to Product Cost Controlling and Invoicing Plans.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.