How To Fix VF198 - The billing item does not contain a quantity.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 198

• Message text: The billing item does not contain a quantity.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF198 - The billing item does not contain a quantity. ?

  The SAP error message VF198, which states "The billing item does not contain a quantity," typically occurs during the billing process when the system expects a quantity to be present for a billing item, but it is missing. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating an invoice or credit memo.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Quantity in Sales Order: The sales order or delivery document associated with the billing document may not have a quantity specified.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category used in the billing document may not be configured to allow quantities.
  Billing Document Configuration: The configuration of the billing document type may not be set up correctly to handle items without quantities.
  Incomplete Delivery: If the billing document is created from a delivery, the delivery may not have been fully processed or may not contain any items with quantities.
  Manual Entry Errors: If the billing document is being created manually, there may have been an oversight in entering the quantity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Sales Order/Delivery: Verify that the sales order or delivery document associated with the billing document has the correct quantity specified for each item.
  Review Item Category: Ensure that the item category used in the billing document allows for quantities. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to check the settings.
  Billing Document Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the billing document type in the SAP system to ensure it is set up correctly to handle items with and without quantities.
  Complete Delivery: If the billing document is based on a delivery, ensure that the delivery is complete and contains items with quantities.
  Manual Entry: If creating the billing document manually, double-check that you have entered the quantity for each item correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VF01 (Create Billing Document), VF02 (Change Billing Document), and VF03 (Display Billing Document) to manage billing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the quantity is being lost or not populated.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to billing processes for additional insights.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in billing and invoicing processes.