How To Fix SIPT243 - Billing date &1 is not allowed; conflict with date of document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Billing date &1 is not allowed; conflict with date of document &2

What causes this issue?

All billing documents with digital signatures must be numbered
chronologically. Therefore, you cannot create a billing document with a
date that is earlier than the date of a billing document that has
already been posted. You also cannot change the billing date of an
existing document if this changes the chronological order.

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

System Response

The system does not let you save your document.

How to fix this error?

Change the document date accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT243 - Billing date &1 is not allowed; conflict with date of document &2 ?

  The SAP error message SIPT243 indicates that there is a conflict between the billing date you are trying to use and the date of an existing document. This typically occurs in the context of billing processes, where the system enforces certain rules regarding the dates to ensure data integrity and compliance with business processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Conflict: The billing date you are trying to enter is either earlier or later than the date of a related document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice). This can happen if:
  
  The billing date is set to a date that is not allowed based on the document's date.
  There are specific business rules or configurations that restrict billing dates to certain periods.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to prevent billing on certain dates, such as weekends, holidays, or fiscal year-end dates.
  
  
  Document Status: The status of the related document may also affect the ability to change the billing date. For example, if the document is already processed or closed, the system may not allow changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the billing date you are trying to enter and compare it with the date of the related document. Ensure that the billing date is within the allowed range.
  
  
  Adjust Billing Date: If the billing date is incorrect, adjust it to a valid date that does not conflict with the related document's date.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe the date should be allowed, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Consulting with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the date settings.
  Checking for any user exits or enhancements that may impose additional restrictions.
  
  
  
  Document Status: Ensure that the related document is in a status that allows for billing. If necessary, change the status of the document or consult with your team to understand the implications of doing so.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on date restrictions related to billing processes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to billing and document management, such as VF01 (Create Billing Document), VF02 (Change Billing Document), and others.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to billing documents and related settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.