How To Fix VW247 - Start by billing the deliveries in shipment &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Start by billing the deliveries in shipment &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW247 - Start by billing the deliveries in shipment & ?

  The SAP error message VW247 "Start by billing the deliveries in shipment &" typically occurs in the context of billing processes related to shipments in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expects you to bill the deliveries associated with a specific shipment before you can proceed with further billing activities.
  Cause:
  
  Unbilled Deliveries: The error arises when there are deliveries linked to a shipment that have not yet been billed. The system requires that all deliveries within a shipment be billed before you can bill the shipment itself.
  Incorrect Billing Sequence: The billing process may not be following the correct sequence, where the system expects deliveries to be billed first.
  Incomplete Shipment Processing: The shipment may not have been fully processed or confirmed, leading to unbilled deliveries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deliveries: Go to the shipment document and check the associated deliveries. Ensure that all deliveries are listed and verify their billing status.
  Bill Deliveries: If there are deliveries that have not been billed, proceed to bill them first. You can do this by navigating to the billing transaction (e.g., VF01) and selecting the relevant deliveries to create billing documents.
  Confirm Shipment: Ensure that the shipment is fully confirmed and processed. If there are any issues with the shipment, resolve them before attempting to bill.
  Review Billing Documents: After billing the deliveries, check if the billing documents have been created successfully. If there are any errors during this process, address them accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on the specific steps to take.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VF01: Create Billing Document
  VT01N: Create Shipment
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform billing and shipment processing tasks in SAP.
  Training: If you are new to SAP or the billing process, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials related to logistics and billing in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VW247 error and proceed with your billing activities in SAP.