How To Fix K4028 - Settlement to order items is always by cost element

K4028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K4 - Order settlement configuration tables

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Settlement to order items is always by cost element

What causes this issue?

Settlement to order items is always by cost element, so there is no
point making entries in the settlement structure.

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?

Do not enter any data for the "Order item" receiver category.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K4028 - Settlement to order items is always by cost element ?

  The SAP error message K4028, which states "Settlement to order items is always by cost element," typically occurs in the context of internal order settlement in SAP Controlling (CO). This message indicates that the system is trying to settle costs to an order, but the configuration or the data does not allow for the desired settlement method.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Cost Element Configuration: The error often arises when the cost elements associated with the order are not set up correctly for the type of settlement you are trying to perform. For example, if the cost elements are defined as "primary" or "secondary" in a way that restricts the settlement method.
  
  
  Settlement Profile: The settlement profile assigned to the order may not allow for the type of settlement you are attempting. Each order can have a specific settlement profile that dictates how costs are settled.
  
  
  Order Type: The type of internal order may also restrict the settlement