How To Fix VT351 - Enter either a sales document or billing type only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VT - Vertriebstabellen

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Enter either a sales document or billing type only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VT351 - Enter either a sales document or billing type only ?

  The SAP error message VT351 ("Enter either a sales document or billing type only") typically occurs in the context of billing document processing or sales order processing in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires either a sales document number or a billing type to proceed, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered a sales document number or a billing type in the relevant transaction screen.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may not be appropriate for the data being entered, leading to the requirement for specific input.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of billing types or sales documents in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Information:
  
  Ensure that you enter either a valid sales document number or a billing type in the appropriate field.
  If you are unsure of the sales document number, you can use the search function (F4) to find it.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Context:
  
  Verify that you are in the correct transaction for the action you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to create a billing document, ensure you are in the billing transaction and not in a sales order transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for sales documents and billing types in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Ensure that the billing types are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate sales documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document), VA01 (Create Sales Order), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access the required transactions and data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VT351 error and proceed with your SAP tasks.