How To Fix EEDMSET516 - Preliminary settlement procedure &1 was not completed successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Preliminary settlement procedure &1 was not completed successfully

What causes this issue?

You can only execute the current settlement procedure once the previous
procedure &v1& has been completed successfully. This condition has not
been met.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Execute settlement for settlement procedure &v1& and the same settlement
units as in the selection variants &v2& to &v3&. You can then start
backbilling for the current settlement 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 EEDMSET516 - Preliminary settlement procedure &1 was not completed successfully ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET516 indicates that a preliminary settlement procedure for a specific process (denoted by &1) was not completed successfully. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP system's settlement processes, which are often related to project systems, internal orders, or other financial transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: Required data for the settlement process may be missing or incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the settlement rules or the related master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the settlement.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system errors.
  Dependencies: Other processes or transactions that need to be completed before the settlement may not have been finalized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all necessary data for the settlement is complete and accurate. This includes checking master data, transaction data, and any related documents.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the settlement procedure. Ensure that the settlement rules are correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set up.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user executing the settlement has the appropriate authorizations. If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the necessary permissions.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the settlement process.
  Re-run the Process: If the issue was due to a temporary glitch, try re-running the preliminary settlement process after addressing any identified issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific settlement procedure for additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ88 (for project settlement) or KO88 (for order settlement) to navigate the settlement processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EEDMSET516 for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully complete the preliminary settlement procedure.