How To Fix CACS_SE071 - Remuneration type &1 is used in different settlement types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_SE - Settlement

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Remuneration type &1 is used in different settlement types

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.AA1F2DCB4813D311B60F0060B03C2BFF>remuneration type</> is
assigned to more than one <DS:GLOS.ADF5773FC925D3119B440060B0671ACC>
settlement type</>.
This setting is not allowed to ensure that a remuneration is not
transferred to more than one target system.

System Response

The contract where the double assignment occurs will not be processed
further.

How to fix this error?

Change the settlement agreement.
The same remuneration types must not be defined more than once for each
standard settlement agreement.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_SE071 - Remuneration type &1 is used in different settlement types ?

  The SAP error message CACS_SE071 indicates that a specific remuneration type (denoted by &1) is being used in multiple settlement types, which is causing a conflict. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Commission and Incentive Management (CIM) module, where remuneration types are defined for calculating commissions or incentives based on various criteria.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the remuneration type you are trying to use is associated with more than one settlement type. In SAP, each remuneration type should ideally be linked to a single settlement type to avoid confusion and ensure accurate calculations. When the system detects that a remuneration type is linked to multiple settlement types, it raises this error to prevent potential inconsistencies in the settlement process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Remuneration Type: Note the remuneration type indicated in the error message (represented by &1).
  
  
  Check Settlement Types: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check which settlement types are associated with the identified remuneration type. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in the SAP menu.
  
  
  Modify Associations:
  
  If the remuneration type is indeed linked to multiple settlement types, you will need to decide which settlement type it should be associated with.
  You may need to either:
  
  Remove the association of the remuneration type from one of the settlement types.
  Create a new remuneration type that can be used with the additional settlement type.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Documentation: Document the changes made for future reference and to maintain clarity in your configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or CACS for Commission Management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to remuneration types and settlement types in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Commission and Incentive Management for further assistance.