How To Fix EEDMSET170 - Choose another settlement document

EEDMSET170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Choose another settlement document

What causes this issue?

You selected the <LS>other document </> function. Choose a different
document to the one currently in use (&V1&).

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?

Select another document.

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 EEDMSET170 - Choose another settlement document ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET170, which states "Choose another settlement document," typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or other cost objects. This error indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the selected settlement document, which may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Settlement Document: The selected settlement document may not be valid for the current operation, possibly due to it being already settled or not meeting the criteria for settlement.
  Document Status: The status of the settlement document may not allow for further processing (e.g., it may be in a closed status).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain settlement documents.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the settlement document, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select a Different Document: The simplest