How To Fix TU360 - Extrapolation not executable as period up until &1 already billed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 360

• Message text: Extrapolation not executable as period up until &1 already billed

What causes this issue?

To create a budget billing plan manually, you first have to start
billing extrapolation.
In this case, extrapolation is not possible, because billing documents
already exist up to &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Invoice the existing billing documents.
Create the new budget billing plan.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU360 - Extrapolation not executable as period up until &1 already billed ?

  The SAP error message TU360 indicates that an extrapolation process cannot be executed because the period up until a specified date has already been billed. This typically occurs in the context of billing or invoicing processes, particularly in modules related to utilities or service billing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an extrapolation (a method to estimate future values based on past data) for a billing period that has already been finalized and billed. In SAP, once a billing document is created for a specific period, that period is locked for further changes, including extrapolation.
  Solution:
  To resolve the TU360 error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Billing Status: Verify if the billing document for the specified period has indeed been created and finalized. You can do this by checking the billing history or the relevant billing documents in the system.
  
  
  Adjust the Period: If you need to perform extrapolation, you may need to adjust the period you are trying to extrapolate. Ensure that you are working with a period that has not yet been billed.
  
  
  Reopen the Billing Period: If it is necessary to make changes to a billed period, you may need to reverse or cancel the billing document. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., using VF11 for cancellation). Be cautious with this approach, as it may have implications for accounting and reporting.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to billing and extrapolation processes for any specific guidelines or procedures that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF03 (Display Billing Document), VF11 (Cancel Billing Document), and others that may be useful in managing billing documents.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to billing and extrapolation to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform billing and extrapolation tasks in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TU360 error and proceed with your billing or extrapolation tasks effectively.