How To Fix SE761 - Invoicing plan type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 761

• Message text: Invoicing plan type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check your input. Use the value help to make suitable entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE761 - Invoicing plan type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SE761, which states "Invoicing plan type & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified invoicing plan type in the configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a sales order, billing document, or when processing an invoicing plan.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The invoicing plan type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The invoicing plan type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the invoicing plan type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Invoicing > Invoicing Plan > Define Invoicing Plan Types.
  Verify if the invoicing plan type you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the invoicing plan type entered in the transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the invoicing plan type was recently added or modified, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported into the system.
  Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the invoicing plan type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding invoicing plan types to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  VA01/VA02 (to create or change sales orders)
  VF01/VF02 (to create or change billing documents)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to invoicing plan types.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, 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 problem.