How To Fix V2402 - Maintain billing plan type in sales document type or item category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V2 - Kopierfunktionen der Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Maintain billing plan type in sales document type or item category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V2402 - Maintain billing plan type in sales document type or item category ?

  The SAP error message V2402, which states "Maintain billing plan type in sales document type or item category," typically occurs when there is a missing configuration related to billing plans in the sales document type or item category settings. This error is often encountered in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly when dealing with billing plans for sales orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The billing plan type has not been defined for the sales document type or item category being used in the transaction.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category may not be set up to allow for billing plans, or it may not be linked correctly to the sales document type.
  Sales Document Type Settings: The sales document type may not have the necessary settings to handle billing plans.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V2402 error, you need to ensure that the billing plan type is correctly maintained in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Sales Document Type:
  
  Follow the path: Sales and Distribution -> Sales -> Sales Documents -> Define Sales Document Types.
  Select the relevant sales document type that you are using.
  
  
  
  Maintain Billing Plan Type:
  
  In the sales document type configuration, look for the field related to billing plan types. Ensure that a valid billing plan type is assigned to the sales document type.
  
  
  
  Check Item Category:
  
  Navigate to: Sales and Distribution -> Sales -> Sales Documents -> Define Item Categories.
  Select the item category that is being used in the sales document and check if it is configured to allow billing plans.
  Ensure that the billing plan type is also maintained in the item category settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: Go back to the sales order or transaction that was causing the error and try to process it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Billing Plan Types: Understand the different types of billing plans available in SAP (e.g., periodic billing, milestone billing) and how they are used in sales processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring sales document types and item categories.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Sales and Distribution to further investigate the configuration and any potential dependencies.