How To Fix 62431 - Settlement has already taken place

62431 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Settlement has already taken place

What causes this issue?

The settlement for the settlement units listed has already been
successfully carried out. Therefore it is not permitted to start the
settlement again.

System Response

The action selected will not be carried out.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

62431 - Details

• The SAP error message 62431, "Settlement has already taken place," typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or cost centers. This error indicates that the system has detected that a settlement has already been executed for the specified object, and therefore, further settlement actions cannot be performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Settlement Attempt: The most common cause is that a settlement has already been processed for the order or project, and the system prevents any further settlements to avoid inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the settlement rules or the settings for the order or project.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently attempt to settle an order or project that has already been settled.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Settlement Status: Verify the settlement status of the order or project in question. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction (e.g., KO88