How To Fix VK188 - Billing type &1 is not assigned to order type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Billing type &1 is not assigned to order type &2

What causes this issue?

Billing type &V1& assigned to order type &V2& does not exist. The
reason is an incorrect assignment of billing type &V1& for
order-related billing within order type &V2&.

System Response

Order type &V2& cannot be assigned.

How to fix this error?

Make sure, order type &V2& is checked in Customizing. A valid entry
must exist in the field <LS>order-related billing type</>.
If necessary, select a different order type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK188 - Billing type &1 is not assigned to order type &2 ?

  The SAP error message VK188, which states "Billing type &1 is not assigned to order type &2," typically occurs in the context of billing and sales order processing. This error indicates that the billing type you are trying to use is not configured to be associated with the specific order type in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The billing type you are attempting to use is not linked to the sales order type in the configuration settings of SAP.
  Incorrect Billing Type: The billing type may not be appropriate for the order type you are working with.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for billing types and order types may not have been completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the billing type is correctly assigned to the order type in the SAP configuration. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Sales and Distribution -> Billing -> Billing Documents -> Define Billing Types.
  
  
  
  Check Billing Type Assignment:
  
  In the configuration menu, look for the option to assign billing types to order types.
  Ensure that the billing type you are trying to use is listed and correctly assigned to the relevant order type.
  
  
  
  Assign Billing Type:
  
  If the billing type is not assigned, you can add it by selecting the appropriate order type and then assigning the billing type to it.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VOTXN to access the relevant configuration directly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring billing types and order types.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the production environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.