How To Fix CACSRETTD090 - Create retention document: Error in offsetting retention

CACSRETTD090 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSRETTD - Retention: Messages for Transaction Data

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Create retention document: Error in offsetting retention

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSRETTD090 - Create retention document: Error in offsetting retention ?

  The SAP error message CACSRETTD090 typically occurs in the context of creating a retention document in the SAP system, particularly within the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with offsetting the retention amount, which can arise from various reasons.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for retention management may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to retention accounts, document types, or posting rules.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data, such as customer accounts or retention accounts, may be missing or incorrectly maintained.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings from being made.
  
  
  Account Determination Issues: There may be issues with account determination settings that affect how retention amounts are posted.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or post retention documents.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such