60818 - Service charge key & not valid per &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Service charge key & not valid per &

What causes this issue?

You have entered a service charge key which is not defined for the
rental unit or not valid for the date entered.

System Response

Your entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Correct the service charge key, enter a date for which the service
charge key is valid or, if a settlement unit has not yet been defined,
create a new settlement unit concerning the service charge key and the
rental unit of the agreement, in the settlement unit dialog.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60818 - Service charge key & not valid per & ?

  The SAP error message "60818 Service charge key & not valid per &" typically indicates that there is an issue with the service charge key being used in a transaction. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when processing invoices, service orders, or other financial transactions that involve service charges.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Service Charge Key: The service charge key specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  Date Validity: The service charge key may not be valid for the date specified in the transaction. Each service charge key can have a validity period, and if the date falls outside this range, the error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to service charge keys, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified service charge key.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Service Charge Key: Verify that the service charge key being used is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OVA2 for service charge keys).
  Review Validity Dates: Ensure that the date for which the service charge key is being applied is within the valid range. If necessary, update the validity dates in the configuration.
  Configuration Review: If the service charge key is missing or incorrectly configured, you may need to create or modify it in the system. This can typically be done by a user with the appropriate configuration access.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to use the service charge key. If not, the user may need to be granted the appropriate permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on service charge keys and their configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVA2 (for service charge key configuration) or SE11 (to check the database table entries) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.