How To Fix /SAPPCE/01122 - Proposed billing type &1 of sales order item &2 &3 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/01 -

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Proposed billing type &1 of sales order item &2 &3 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/01122 - Proposed billing type &1 of sales order item &2 &3 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/01122 Proposed billing type &1 of sales order item &2 &3 is not allowed typically occurs in the context of billing and sales order processing. This error indicates that the system is trying to propose a billing type for a sales order item that is not permitted based on the configuration or the status of the sales order.
  Causes:
  
  
  Billing Type Configuration: The billing type proposed by the system may not be allowed for the specific sales order item due to configuration settings in the SAP system. This could be due to the billing type not being assigned to the sales document type or the sales area.
  
  
  Sales Order Status: The status of the sales order item may not allow for the proposed billing type. For example, if the sales order item is not fully delivered or if there are issues with the delivery, certain billing types may not be applicable.
  
  
  Incompatibility with Item Category: The item category of the sales order may not support the proposed billing type. Each item category has specific billing types that are allowed.
  
  
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or user exits that restrict the use of certain billing types based on specific conditions.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Billing Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for billing types in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Billing > Billing Documents > Define Billing Types.
  Ensure that the billing type in question is correctly configured and assigned to the relevant sales document type and sales area.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order Status:
  
  Check the status of the sales order item in question. Ensure that it is in a state that allows billing (e.g., fully delivered).
  You can check the status in the sales order display (Transaction code: VA03).
  
  
  
  Verify Item Category Settings:
  
  Check the item category of the sales order item and ensure that it is compatible with the proposed billing type.
  You can find the item category settings in the configuration under Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom developments or user exits that might affect billing type determination, review those to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the billing process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide)
  VF01 (Create Billing Document)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing types and sales order processing for further insights.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Sales and Distribution (SD) to further investigate the root cause.