How To Fix 62121 - Service charge key & has to be assigned to settlement company

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Service charge key & has to be assigned to settlement company

What causes this issue?

Every settlement company defines specific cost elements. These are
linked to service charge keys.
In this case, however, the system could not find a cost element for one
of the service charge keys.

System Response

The rental agreement cannot participate in the settlement.

How to fix this error?

Verify your entry and correct it if necessary.
If your entry was correct, contact your system administrator.
Procedure for the system administrator
Check and correct the settings for the cost elements of the settlement
company in Customizing as required.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62121 - Service charge key & has to be assigned to settlement company ?

  The SAP error message 62121, which states that "Service charge key & has to be assigned to settlement company," typically occurs in the context of service charge processing in SAP, particularly in modules related to financial accounting or controlling.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Configuration: The service charge key you are trying to use has not been properly configured or assigned to the relevant settlement company code in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The service charge key may not be linked to the correct company code or may not exist in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the service charge key for the specified company.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Service Charge Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for service charge keys in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Service Charges -> Define Service Charge Keys.
  Ensure that the service charge key in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Service Charge Key to Settlement Company:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if the service charge key is assigned to the relevant settlement company code.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to create the necessary assignment.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (e.g., customer/vendor records) associated with the service charge key is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the company code in the master data matches the one you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check any documentation or notes related to the service charge key and its usage within your organization to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE16 (for table display) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.