How To Fix AJ723 - The indicator set cannot be used for rate type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 723

• Message text: The indicator set cannot be used for rate type &1

What causes this issue?

The indicator <DS:DE.ESTI_ANL>ignore contract allocation of register
during exatrapolation</> is set for rate type &v1&. This can can only be
done for rate types that are <DS:DE.USE_REGISTER>permitted for
registers</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ723 - The indicator set cannot be used for rate type &1 ?

  The SAP error message AJ723, which states "The indicator set cannot be used for rate type &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity types, cost centers, or internal orders. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the rate type you are trying to use in conjunction with an indicator set.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The rate type you are trying to use may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or the rate type itself.
  Indicator Set Assignment: The indicator set you are trying to use may not be assigned to the rate type in question. Each rate type can have specific indicator sets that are valid for it.
  Incompatibility: The indicator set may not be compatible with the rate type due to business rules or settings defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the rate type in transaction code OBY6 or OKKP.
  Ensure that the rate type is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Verify Indicator Set Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the indicator set to the rate type. You can do this in the configuration settings for the indicator set.
  Use transaction code OKA0 to view and modify the indicator sets and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the indicator set you are trying to use is indeed compatible with the rate type. This may involve checking documentation or consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve configuration problems.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. This can involve running the transaction or report that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKA0 (for indicator sets), OBY6 (for rate types), and OKKP (for controlling area settings).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to controlling and rate types to understand the relationships and dependencies between different configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the AJ723 error and implement a solution to resolve it.