How To Fix 63378 - Calculation type is only permitted for settlement units

63378 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 378

• Message text: Calculation type is only permitted for settlement units

What causes this issue?

You have entered calculation type for the option rate that is only
permitted for settlement units.

System Response

The system does not accept the calculation type here.

How to fix this error?

Select another calculation type for the option rate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63378 - Calculation type is only permitted for settlement units ?

  The SAP error message 63378, which states "Calculation type is only permitted for settlement units," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or other cost objects that involve settlement.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to use a calculation type that is not applicable to the current context or object type. Specifically, it indicates that the calculation type you are trying to use is only valid for settlement units, which are specific types of cost objects that can be settled to other cost objects or financial accounts.
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: You may be trying to apply a calculation type to a cost object that is not set up as a settlement unit.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the calculation type or the cost object may not be aligned correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the transaction