How To Fix GP546 - Settlement cost element & is not supported

GP546 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Settlement cost element & is not supported

What causes this issue?

The entered cost element &V1& has not yet been created in the relevant
controlling area.

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?

Create cost element &V1& as an order settlement cost element, or
Correct your typing error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP546 - Settlement cost element & is not supported ?

  The SAP error message GP546 "Settlement cost element & is not supported" 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 cost element specified in the settlement process is not valid or not configured correctly for the intended operation.
  Causes:
  
  Cost Element Configuration: The cost element may not be set up correctly in the system. It could be that the cost element is not defined as a settlement cost element.
  Cost Element Type: The cost element might be of a type that does not support settlement (e.g., certain types of revenue or statistical cost elements).
  Settlement Profile: The settlement profile assigned to the order or project may not include the specified cost element.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the cost element, such as it being marked for deletion or not