How To Fix NAA249 - Open supplier billing documents exist for arrangement &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Open supplier billing documents exist for arrangement &1

What causes this issue?

There is at least one open supplier billing document (document number
&V1&) for rebate arrangement &V2&.
A supplier billing document is open if it has not yet been transferred
to Financial Accounting (see status field in the document header).

System Response

The check for any open documents gave a negative result. The check
finished with the first open document that was found.

How to fix this error?

Read the documentation.
You may have to determine which supplier billing documents are concerned
and release them to Financial Accounting.

Procedure for System Administrators

The condition record has the internal number &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA249 - Open supplier billing documents exist for arrangement &1 ?

  The SAP error message NAA249 indicates that there are open supplier billing documents associated with a specific arrangement (denoted by &1). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where billing documents are linked to specific arrangements or contracts.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an action (such as deleting or changing an arrangement) that is not allowed because there are still open billing documents related to that arrangement. Open billing documents could include invoices or credit memos that have not been fully processed or cleared.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Open Billing Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or MRBR (Release Blocked Invoices) to check for any open billing documents related to the arrangement.
  You can also use reports or queries to list all open billing documents associated with the specific arrangement.
  
  
  
  Process or Clear Open Documents:
  
  If you find any open billing documents, you will need to either process them (e.g., approve, pay, or clear them) or resolve any issues that are preventing them from being processed.
  If the documents are no longer needed, you may need to reverse or delete them, depending on your organization's policies and the specific circumstances.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no other transactions or processes that are dependent on the open billing documents. This may include checking for related purchase orders or contracts.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your finance or procurement team to understand the implications of any actions you take regarding the billing documents.
  
  
  
  Retry the Action:
  
  Once all open billing documents have been addressed, you can retry the action that initially triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N, MRBR, ME2N, and others that can help you manage purchase orders and invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to supplier billing and arrangements for more detailed guidance on managing billing documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NAA249 error and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.