How To Fix K4116 - Settlement profile is used in order type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K4 - Order settlement configuration tables

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Settlement profile is used in order type &1

What causes this issue?

You have activated the settlement of parallel ledgers in a settlement
profile that is already used by order type &V1&. Because of its order
category (&V2&), the settlement of parallel ledgers is not supported for
this order type.,,,,

System Response

The settlement of parallel ledgers cannot be activated in the settlement
profile.,,

How to fix this error?

Create a new settlement profile with settlement of parallel ledgers and
use this in a supported order type, for example, for internal orders.

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 K4116 - Settlement profile is used in order type &1 ?

  The SAP error message K4116, which states "Settlement profile is used in order type &1," typically occurs in the context of controlling and settlement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders or projects. This error indicates that there is a conflict with the settlement profile assigned to a specific order type.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The settlement profile assigned to the order type may not be correctly configured or may not be compatible with the intended use of the order type.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The order type may be missing necessary data or settings that are required for the settlement profile to function correctly.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the order type settings and the settlement profile settings, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K4116 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Settlement Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the settlement profile in SAP (Transaction code: OPAF).
  Ensure that the settlement profile is correctly defined and that it is compatible with the order type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the order type (Transaction code: OPL8).
  Ensure that the order type is correctly linked to the appropriate settlement profile.
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Type or Settlement Profile:
  
  If necessary, modify the order type to use a different settlement profile that is compatible.
  Alternatively, adjust the settlement profile to ensure it can be used with the specified order type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the settlement profile and order type configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the settlement process works as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OPAF (for settlement profile configuration) and OPL8 (for order type configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.