How To Fix K4114 - Settlement by amount not permitted for settlement of parallel ledgers

K4114 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K4 - Order settlement configuration tables

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Settlement by amount not permitted for settlement of parallel ledgers

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K4114 - Details

• The SAP error message K4114, "Settlement by amount not permitted for settlement of parallel ledgers," typically occurs in the context of the settlement process in SAP Controlling (CO) when dealing with parallel ledgers. This error indicates that there is an issue with how the system is configured to handle settlements across different ledgers, particularly when it comes to the use of amounts for settlement.
  
  Cause:
  
  Parallel Ledger Configuration: The error often arises when the system is set up to use multiple ledgers (e.g., leading and non-leading ledgers) and the settlement process is trying to settle amounts in a way that is not allowed by the configuration.
  Settlement Type: The type of settlement being attempted may not be compatible with the settings for parallel ledgers. For example, if the system is configured to use a specific method of settlement (like by quantity) and an attempt is made to settle by amount, this error can