How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR055 - Bill-to party missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Bill-to party missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR055 - Bill-to party missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR055 Bill-to party missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the billing information for a transportation charge or freight settlement. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid "Bill-to party" for the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The Bill-to party may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing master data or incorrect settings in the relevant configuration.
  Incomplete Master Data: The business partner or customer master data may not have the necessary billing information filled out.
  Document Flow Issues: The document flow may not be properly established, leading to missing references for the Bill-to party.
  Incorrect Assignment: The assignment of the Bill-to party in the freight order or related documents may be incorrect or missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the business partner or customer master data is complete and includes the Bill-to party information.
  Verify that the relevant roles (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, bill-to party) are correctly assigned to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP TM related to billing and freight settlement. Ensure that the Bill-to party is correctly defined in the relevant customizing settings.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and review the settings under Transportation Management.
  
  
  
  Document Review:
  
  Review the freight order or transportation charge document to ensure that the Bill-to party is correctly assigned.
  If necessary, edit the document to include the missing Bill-to party information.
  
  
  
  Test and Validate:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Validate that the Bill-to party is now correctly recognized in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to check and maintain business partner data, or VT01N for creating transportation orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on configuration and master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP TM for further assistance.