CACSVC015 - Different valuation category for valuation type &1 subobject type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSVC - Commissions: Valuation, Remuneration & Distribution

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Different valuation category for valuation type &1 subobject type &2

What causes this issue?

The valuation result type is defined as absolute valuation, but is
returned as a difference valuation.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, maintain the <DS:TRAN.CACS_APPL_AF>valuation types</>
and check the valuation result type.
In Customizing, process the following activity:
<DS:TRAN.CACS_APPL_86>Maintain Field Transports for Condition
Technique, </> and check the target field.
You need to use the <ZH>DVALUE_AMNT</> field for the valuation results
type <ZH>absolute valuation.</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSVC015 - Different valuation category for valuation type &1 subobject type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CACSVC015 indicates that there is a mismatch in the valuation category for a specific valuation type and subobject type in the context of SAP's Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a situation where the valuation category defined for a particular valuation type does not match the expected or configured valuation category for the subobject type being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is a configuration issue where the valuation category assigned to the valuation type does not align with the valuation category expected for the subobject type.
  Incorrect Valuation Type/Subobject Type: The valuation type or subobject type being used in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the expected configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the valuation types and subobject types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the valuation category assigned to the valuation type matches the expected valuation category for the subobject type.
  You can check this in the Customizing settings under Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Master Data -> Valuation -> Define Valuation Types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant accounts or objects to ensure that they are set up correctly with the appropriate valuation types and categories.
  Make sure that the subobject types are correctly defined and that they correspond to the valuation types being used.
  
  
  
  Transaction Data Review:
  
  Review the transaction data that triggered the error to identify any discrepancies or incorrect entries that may have led to the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further insights into the specific valuation types and subobject types being used.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to configuration and master data management in FI-CA, such as OBA7 (for valuation types) and OBA8 (for subobject types).
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CACSVC015 error in your SAP system.