How To Fix V1746 - Item &1 has already been billed. Header exch. rate copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 746

• Message text: Item &1 has already been billed. Header exch. rate copied

What causes this issue?

You have changed the currency at header level, whereby the system has
determined that quantities have already been billed for the &V1& items.
&NOTE&
When you change the currency, the exchange rate is copied into all the
items regardless of whether these have been billed or not.
This also means that the data in the Sales Information System (for
example, the incoming order data) is changed. If you do not want this
to happen, you must change the data for the billed items manually, back
to their original values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1746 - Item &1 has already been billed. Header exch. rate copied ?

  The SAP error message V1746 ("Item &1 has already been billed. Header exch. rate copied") typically occurs in the context of billing documents, particularly when dealing with sales orders or invoices. This error indicates that the item in question has already been billed, and as a result, certain actions cannot be performed on it, such as modifying the billing details or attempting to bill it again.
  Cause:
  
  Item Already Billed: The primary cause of this error is that the item has already been processed in a billing document. Once an item is billed, it cannot be billed again unless specific conditions are met (e.g., credit memo, cancellation).
  Exchange Rate Issues: The mention of "Header exch. rate copied" suggests that there may be an issue related to the exchange rate being used for the billing document. If the exchange rate has changed since the original billing, it may lead to complications in processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Billing Status: Verify the billing status of the item in question. You can do this by checking the billing document history or the sales order history to confirm that the item has indeed been billed.
  Review Billing Document: If the item needs to be billed again (e.g., for corrections), consider creating a credit memo or a cancellation invoice instead of trying to bill the item again.
  Exchange Rate Verification: If the issue is related to the exchange rate, ensure that the correct exchange rate is being used for the billing document. You may need to adjust the exchange rate settings in the system or consult with your finance team.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations or settings that may be affecting billing processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VF03 (Display Billing Document) to view the details of the billing document and confirm the status of the item.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling billing documents.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the billing action has the necessary permissions to do so, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) for further assistance.