IW458 - No settlement rule could be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 458

• Message text: No settlement rule could be created

What causes this issue?

You tried to maintain a <GL:settlement_rule>settlement rule</> for a
<GL:maintenance_order>maintenance order</>, which determines that the
maintenance order is to be settled to a
<GL:sales_order>sales order</>.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
This could be for the following reasons:
The system does not allow you to settle maintenance orders to sales
orders on the basis of the settings in Customizing.
The system does not allow settlement to the <GL:project>project</> to
which the sales order is settled.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you entered the correct sales order.
If it is the correct sales order, contact your system administration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW458 - No settlement rule could be created ?

  The SAP error message IW458: No settlement rule could be created typically occurs in the context of project systems or internal orders when trying to settle costs. This error indicates that the system was unable to create a settlement rule for the specified order or project. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Settlement Profile: The order or project may not have a valid settlement profile assigned, which is necessary for defining how costs should be settled.
  
  
  Settlement Rule Not Defined: There may be no settlement rule defined for the order or project, or the existing rules may not meet the criteria for settlement.
  
  
  Incorrect Status: The order or project might be in a status that does not allow for settlement (e.g., closed or technically completed).
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, internal orders, or WBS elements) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Settlement Type: The settlement type may not be appropriate for the order or project, leading to the inability to create a settlement rule.
  
  
  Cost Elements: There may be issues with the cost elements being used, such as being marked as non-assignable.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Settlement Profile: Ensure that the order or project has a valid settlement profile assigned. You can check this in the order or project master data.
  
  
  Define Settlement Rules: If no settlement rules exist, you may need to define them. This can be done in the order or project settings.
  
  
  Review Order/Project Status: Check the status of the order or project to ensure it is eligible for settlement. If it is closed or completed, you may need to reopen it or adjust its status.
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is correctly set up and available. This includes checking cost centers, internal orders, and WBS elements.
  
  
  Adjust Settlement Type: Review the settlement type being used and ensure it is appropriate for the order or project.
  
  
  Check Cost Elements: Verify that the cost elements used in the order or project are correctly configured and assignable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like KO02 (Change Order), CJ02 (Change Project), or KOB1 (Display Order/Project Costs) to review and modify the relevant data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to settlement rules and error IW458.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on settlement processes and configurations in the Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW458 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.