How To Fix OIURV244 - Invoice creation failed in GN_INVOICE_CREATE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIURV - E&P Revenue Messages

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Invoice creation failed in GN_INVOICE_CREATE

What causes this issue?

The invoice creation failed for an unspecified reason. Possible reasons
are that the contract is incomplete, pricing data is missing,
customization is incomplete, the copy routine (VOFM) returned return
code <> 0 etc.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIURV244 - Invoice creation failed in GN_INVOICE_CREATE ?

  The SAP error message OIURV244, which states "Invoice creation failed in GN_INVOICE_CREATE," typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-Oil module, particularly when dealing with the creation of invoices for oil and gas transactions. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields for invoice creation may be missing or contain incorrect data. This can include customer information, pricing details, or contract references.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the invoicing process, such as incorrect settings in the pricing procedure or billing type.
  
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to invoice may be in a status that does not allow for invoicing, such as being incomplete or already invoiced.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the invoice may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the invoice data to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to invoicing in the SAP system. Ensure that the pricing procedure and billing types are set up correctly.
  
  
  Document Status Check: Verify the status of the document you are trying to invoice. If it is incomplete or already processed, you may need to correct the status before proceeding.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create invoices. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required access.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for assistance. They can check for any underlying technical issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document) and VF02 (Change Billing Document) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the OIURV244 error in SAP.