How To Fix /IBS/RB038 - Automatic postings to RBD account &1 are not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IBS/RB -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Automatic postings to RBD account &1 are not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IBS/RB038 - Automatic postings to RBD account &1 are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message /IBS/RB038 Automatic postings to RBD account &1 are not permitted typically occurs in the context of the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to post an automatic entry to a Revenue Recognition (RBD) account that is not allowed by the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The RBD account in question may be configured in such a way that it does not allow automatic postings. This is often a result of settings in the RAR configuration or the general ledger account settings.
  Account Type: The account may be set up as a non-posting account or may have restrictions on automatic postings.
  Posting Logic: The logic defined in the RAR process may not permit certain types of postings to the specified account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the RBD account in question. Ensure that the account is set up to allow automatic postings.
  You can check this in the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and reviewing the settings for the RBD account.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Examine the posting rules defined in the RAR configuration. Ensure that the rules allow for the type of posting you are trying to execute.
  Adjust the rules if necessary to permit the required postings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to Revenue Accounting and Reporting to understand the specific requirements and restrictions for RBD accounts.
  
  
  
  Error Handling:
  
  If the posting is not supposed to occur automatically, consider handling it manually or through a different process that complies with the system's restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, FB50 for general ledger postings, and RBD related transactions for revenue recognition.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Testing: After making any changes, ensure to test the posting process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow the necessary postings to the RBD account.