How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR085 - Bill-to party of item &2 in FWO &1 not same as bill-to party of FWSD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Bill-to party of item &2 in FWO &1 not same as bill-to party of FWSD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR085 - Bill-to party of item &2 in FWO &1 not same as bill-to party of FWSD ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR085 indicates a mismatch between the bill-to party of an item in a Freight Order (FWO) and the bill-to party of the Freight Order Settlement Document (FWSD). This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are inconsistencies in the billing information for freight orders.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Bill-to Parties: The bill-to party defined for the specific item in the freight order does not match the bill-to party defined in the freight order settlement document.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the freight order or the settlement document can lead to this mismatch.
  Changes in Master Data: If the master data (like customer or vendor information) has been changed after the creation of the freight order, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned, leading to discrepancies in how bill-to parties are determined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Bill-to Party Information: Check the bill-to party information in both the Freight Order (FWO) and the Freight Order Settlement Document (FWSD). Ensure that they match.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are discrepancies, correct the bill-to party in either the FWO or the FWSD to ensure they are the same.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the customer or vendor involved. Ensure that the correct bill-to party is set up and that there are no recent changes that could have caused the mismatch.
  Recreate Documents: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through corrections, consider recreating the freight order or the settlement document to ensure that all data is consistent.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect that the issue is due to configuration, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to review the settings related to billing and freight order processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FWO for Freight Orders and /SCMTMS/FWSD for Freight Order Settlement Documents to access and review the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Transportation Management for best practices on managing freight orders and settlements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/CFIR085.