How To Fix U7035 - Division category &1 is missing from billing period Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U7 - Japan-Specific Developments

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Division category &1 is missing from billing period Customizing

What causes this issue?

An Customizing setting for the division category &V1& is missing from
the <DS:DE.BP>billing period</> table.
This entry is required for all division categories listed in Customizing
in the table <ZH>Allocation of division to division category</>.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U7035 - Division category &1 is missing from billing period Customizing ?

  The SAP error message U7035 indicates that a specific division category is missing from the billing period Customizing settings. This error typically arises in the context of billing processes, particularly when the system is trying to process billing documents or perform billing-related activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system cannot find the required division category in the Customizing settings for billing periods. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The division category has not been defined in the Customizing settings for billing periods.
  Incorrect Settings: The division category may have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have included the necessary settings for the division category.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the U7035 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant path for billing period settings. This is usually found under:
  Sales and Distribution -> Billing -> Billing Periods -> Define Billing Periods
  
  Verify if the division category in question is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Division Category:
  
  If the division category is missing, you can create it by following the steps in the Customizing settings.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the division category are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to billing periods and division categories for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the billing process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error U7035.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (to access Customizing) and VF01 (to create billing documents) for testing purposes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.