EK459 - Cannot check debit/credit indic. &1 and stat. indic. &2 for trans. &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Cannot check debit/credit indic. &1 and stat. indic. &2 for trans. &3 &4

What causes this issue?

You assigned an internal transaction that has no sub-transactions to
the transaction. There are therefore no values stored for the debit/
credit indicator or for the statistics indicator, and the system is
unable to check your entries.
The data that you entered for the debit/credit indicator and the
statistics indicator have no effect on the system. They are not used by
the internal transaction.

System Response

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How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ISU_PENCIL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK459 - Cannot check debit/credit indic. &1 and stat. indic. &2 for trans. &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message EK459 indicates that there is an issue with the debit/credit indicator and the statistical indicator for a specific transaction. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or invoices, where the system is unable to reconcile the debit/credit and statistical indicators for the specified transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Indicators: The debit/credit indicator and the statistical indicator may not be compatible. For example, if a transaction is marked as statistical, it should not have a debit/credit indicator that implies a financial impact.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the transaction types being processed.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on how debit/credit and statistical indicators can be used together.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the transaction can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Indicators: Review the debit/credit and statistical indicators for the transaction in question. Ensure that they are set correctly and are compatible with each other.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration of the document type being used. Ensure that it allows for the combination of indicators you are trying to use.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entries in the transaction and try processing it again.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings related to purchasing documents and indicators. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for assistance.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchasing and financial transactions to understand how indicators work.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the transaction in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EK459 error and implement a solution to resolve it.