How To Fix IPM_CR006 - Ledger &1 has not been configured for document distribution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPM_CR - Intellectual Property Management: Contract Revision

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Ledger &1 has not been configured for document distribution

What causes this issue?

Reposting of payments is only possible if you have configured a special
ledger for document distribution. The ledger you have entered does not
meet this prerequisite.

System Response

The system does not repost any payments.

How to fix this error?

Select a different ledger.

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 IPM_CR006 - Ledger &1 has not been configured for document distribution ?

  The SAP error message IPM_CR006 indicates that a specific ledger has not been configured for document distribution in the context of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or other related modules. This error typically arises when attempting to distribute documents or data to a ledger that has not been set up correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the ledger specified in the error message has not been configured in the system for document distribution. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The ledger may not have been set up in the configuration settings for document distribution.
  Incorrect Ledger Reference: The ledger being referenced may not exist or may have been incorrectly specified in the transaction or process being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or configure the ledger for document distribution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IPM_CR006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document distribution in your SAP system.
  Verify that the ledger mentioned in the error message is listed and properly configured for document distribution.
  
  
  
  Configure the Ledger:
  
  If the ledger is not configured, you will need to set it up. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Finding the section for document distribution or ledger configuration.
  Adding the ledger and ensuring all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Ledger Existence:
  
  Ensure that the ledger exists in the system. You can check this by navigating to the relevant ledger management area in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and configure the ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking ledger configurations, such as SPRO (Customizing), OB22 (Manage Ledgers), etc.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to IPM_CR006 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on document distribution and ledger configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IPM_CR006 error in your SAP system.