How To Fix VF883 - You cannot create preliminary billing documents. See long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 883

• Message text: You cannot create preliminary billing documents. See long text.

What causes this issue?

You tried to create one or more preliminary billing documents even
though the corresponding business function SD_BIL_PRELIMBILLINGDOC is
currently inactive.

System Response

You cannot create preliminary billing documents while the business
function is inactive.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the functionality for creating and processing
preliminary billing documents, please contact a configuration expert who
can enable this functionality by activating the business function
SD_BIL_PRELIMBILLINGDOC in Customizing activity <LS>Activate Business
Functions</>.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF883 - You cannot create preliminary billing documents. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message VF883, which states "You cannot create preliminary billing documents. See long text," typically occurs in the context of billing document creation in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of VF883
  
  
  Billing Type Configuration: The billing type you are trying to use may not be configured to allow preliminary billing documents. Check the configuration settings for the billing type in transaction code VOTXN or VOTX.
  
  
  Document Status: The sales order or delivery document may be in a status that does not allow for billing. For example, if the document is already fully billed or if there are issues with the document that prevent billing.
  
  
  Billing Plan Issues: If the billing is based on a billing plan, ensure that the billing plan is correctly set up and that the relevant dates and conditions are met.
  
  
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type may not be set up to allow preliminary billing. Check the configuration for the sales document type in transaction code OVAK.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create preliminary billing documents. Check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Custom Logic or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the billing process, they may be causing the error. Review any custom code that might affect billing document creation.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Billing Type Configuration: Go to transaction VOTXN and verify that the billing type you are using is configured to allow preliminary billing documents.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the sales order or delivery document. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for billing. You can do this by reviewing the document in transaction VA03 (for sales orders) or VL03N (for deliveries).
  
  
  Verify Billing Plan: If applicable, check the billing plan associated with the document to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all conditions are met.
  
  
  Check Sales Document Type: Review the configuration of the sales document type in transaction OVAK to ensure it allows for preliminary billing.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create billing documents. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  Debug Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements, consider debugging the process to identify any issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific conditions that need to be met. You can view this by clicking on the long text button in the error message dialog.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document), VF02 (Change Billing Document), and VF03 (Display Billing Document) for further investigation.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VF883 error and implement a solution to resolve it.