How To Fix EEDMSET479 - More than one higher-level settlement unit exists

EEDMSET479 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 479

• Message text: More than one higher-level settlement unit exists

What causes this issue?

Settlement unit &V1& can only have one higher-level settlement unit in
the settlement period.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the settlement units.
Start a new settlement run.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMSET479 - More than one higher-level settlement unit exists ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET479, which states "More than one higher-level settlement unit exists," typically occurs in the context of settlement management in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or cost centers. This error indicates that the system has found multiple higher-level settlement units for a given settlement process, which creates ambiguity in determining where the costs should be settled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Higher-Level Units: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple higher-level settlement units defined for the same lower-level unit. This can happen if the configuration allows for multiple settlement paths or if there are inconsistencies in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the settlement profiles or the assignment of settlement units may not be set up correctly, leading to multiple valid options for settlement.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as duplicate entries or incorrect relationships between cost objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Settlement Profiles: