How To Fix /SCWM/SHP_RCV747 - Cancellation not possible; billing document creation has not yet finished

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SHP_RCV -

• Message number: 747

• Message text: Cancellation not possible; billing document creation has not yet finished

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV747 - Cancellation not possible; billing document creation has not yet finished ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SHP_RCV747: Cancellation not possible; billing document creation has not yet finished typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when there is an attempt to cancel a shipping or receiving process while the associated billing document is still being processed or has not yet been completed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Ongoing Billing Process: The primary cause of this error is that the billing document related to the shipping or receiving process is still in the creation phase. This means that the system is still processing the billing information, and as a result, the cancellation of the shipping or receiving document cannot be executed until the billing process is complete.
  
  
  System Locking: There may be a system lock on the billing document that prevents any changes or cancellations until the billing process is finalized.
  
  
  Integration Issues: If there are issues with the integration between EWM and the ERP system (like SAP S/4HANA), it may lead to delays in the billing document creation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait until the billing document creation process is completed. Once the billing document is finalized, you should be able to proceed with the cancellation.
  
  
  Check Billing Document Status: You can check the status of the billing document in the relevant transaction (e.g., VF03 for billing documents) to see if it is still being processed. If it is stuck, you may need to investigate further.
  
  
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the billing document is not completing. This can provide insights into any underlying issues.
  
  
  Consult with Technical Team: If the billing document is taking an unusually long time to process, it may be necessary to consult with your technical team or SAP support to investigate any potential issues with the billing process.
  
  
  Manual Intervention: In some cases, if the billing document is stuck, it may require manual intervention to either complete or reset the process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VF03 - Display Billing Document
  VL03N - Display Outbound Delivery
  VL02N - Change Outbound Delivery (if applicable)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and billing processes to understand the workflow and dependencies between shipping, receiving, and billing.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting the cancellation has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with the necessary actions in your SAP system.