How To Fix SOAP_RFM_POSI_TRACE205 - Billing document not created; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOAP_RFM_POSI_TRACE - Trace messages for POS inbound

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Billing document not created; see long text

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

Billing document is not created.

How to fix this error?

For aggregated sales by product, check the settings for <LS>Billing</>
in Customizing for <ZH>Control</> <ZH>Aggregated Sales </>under
<ZK>Sales and Distribution</> > <ZK>POS Interface</> > <ZK>Inbound (SOAP
Service)</>.
For return and sales per receipt, check settings for <LS>Billing</> in
Customizing for <ZH>Control Sales As Per Receipt</> under <ZK>Sales and
Distribution</> > <ZK>POS Interface</> > <ZK>Inbound (SOAP Service)</>.
To enable creation of billing document, please select value as 'X' in
<LS>Billing</>.

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 SOAP_RFM_POSI_TRACE205 - Billing document not created; see long text ?

  The SAP error message "SOAP_RFM_POSI_TRACE205 Billing document not created; see long text" typically indicates that there was an issue during the billing process in SAP, and the system was unable to create a billing document. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and the long text associated with the error message usually provides more specific details about the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the sales order or related documents.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the billing process, such as incorrect billing types or pricing procedures.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create billing documents.
  Document Status: The sales order or delivery may be in a status that does not allow billing (e.g., blocked for billing).
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the billing process, they may be causing the error.
  Integration Issues: If the billing process is integrated with other systems (e.g., through SOAP web services), there may be issues with the integration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Long Text: Review the long text of the error message for specific details about what went wrong. This can provide clues on how to resolve the issue.
  Verify Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields in the sales order or delivery are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for billing types, pricing procedures, and other related settings in the SAP system.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to create the billing document has the necessary authorizations.
  Document Status: Verify the status of the sales order or delivery to ensure it is eligible for billing.
  Debugging: If custom code is involved, consider debugging the process to identify any issues in the custom logic.
  Integration Logs: If the error is related to integration, check the logs for any errors or issues in the communication between systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VF01 (Create Billing Document) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to investigate the related documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, 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 diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message "SOAP_RFM_POSI_TRACE205 Billing document not created."