How To Fix SD_BIL_ODATA006 - Billing Due List for &1 &2 outdated. Draft Document invalidated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_BIL_ODATA - SD Billing OData

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Billing Due List for &1 &2 outdated. Draft Document invalidated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_BIL_ODATA006 - Billing Due List for &1 &2 outdated. Draft Document invalidated ?

  The SAP error message "SD_BIL_ODATA006 Billing Due List for &1 &2 outdated. Draft Document invalidated" typically occurs in the context of the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is an issue with the billing due list or draft documents. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Outdated Billing Due List: The billing due list may have become outdated due to changes in the underlying data, such as changes in sales orders, deliveries, or billing documents.
  Invalid Draft Document: If a draft billing document has been created but the data it relies on has changed (e.g., the sales order or delivery has been modified or deleted), the draft document may become invalid.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users are working on the same documents or data simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies and invalidation of draft documents.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the billing process or in the OData service that retrieves the billing due list.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Billing Due List: Try refreshing the billing due list to ensure that you are working with the most current data. This can often be done by re-running the transaction or report that generates the billing due list.
  Check Draft Documents: Review any draft documents that may be associated with the billing due list. If they are invalid, you may need to delete or recreate them based on the current data.
  Review Changes: Investigate any recent changes made to sales orders, deliveries, or other related documents that could have affected the billing due list.
  Reprocess the Billing: If the issue persists, you may need to reprocess the billing documents or draft documents to ensure they are valid and up-to-date.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases patches and notes that can resolve known issues.
  System Configuration Review: If the problem continues, it may be necessary to review the system configuration related to billing and OData services to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF04 (Billing Due List) and VF01 (Create Billing Document) to manage billing processes.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on billing processes and OData services.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify billing documents and related data.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your billing processes run smoothly.