How To Fix VF013 - Requirement &1 has not been fulfilled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Requirement &1 has not been fulfilled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF013 - Requirement &1 has not been fulfilled. ?

  The SAP error message VF013 ("Requirement &1 has not been fulfilled") typically occurs during the billing process in SAP, particularly when trying to create a billing document (invoice) in transaction VF01 or VF04. This error indicates that a specific requirement (denoted by &1) has not been met, which prevents the system from proceeding with the billing document creation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: Certain required fields or data may be missing in the sales order, delivery, or billing document.
  Custom Requirements: Custom validation rules or requirements defined in the system (e.g., in user exits or enhancements) may not be satisfied.
  Document Status: The status of the sales order or delivery may not allow for billing (e.g., if the order is incomplete or has been blocked).
  Pricing Issues: There may be issues with pricing conditions that prevent the billing document from being created.
  Credit Management: If credit management is active, the customer's credit limit may have been exceeded, preventing billing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Sales Order/Delivery: Review the sales order or delivery document for any missing or incomplete data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Custom Requirements: If there are custom requirements in place, check the relevant code (e.g., user exits, BAdIs) to understand what conditions are not being met.
  Document Status: Ensure that the sales order or delivery is in a status that allows billing. You may need to complete or release the document.
  Pricing Conditions: Verify that all necessary pricing conditions are maintained and that there are no issues with the pricing procedure.
  Credit Check: If credit management is enabled, check the customer's credit status and ensure that they are within their credit limit. You may need to adjust the credit limit or release the block.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: VF01 (Create Billing Document), VF04 (Collective Billing), VA03 (Display Sales Order), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the VF013 error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact requirement that is not being fulfilled.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more details on the specific requirement indicated by &1.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.