How To Fix KI159 - Account &1 is invalid for settlement

KI159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Account &1 is invalid for settlement

What causes this issue?

Account &V1& should be used for the settlement credit posting. However,
this account is a balance sheet account for which there is no cost
element in Controlling. Without a cost element, the settlement credit
in Controlling cannot be updated.

System Response

Use of account &V1& for settlement is not possible.

How to fix this error?

For the settlement use a P&L account for which a settlement cost
element has been created in controlling area &V2& in Controlling.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI159 - Account &1 is invalid for settlement ?

  The SAP error message KI159 ("Account &1 is invalid for settlement") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to settle costs from internal orders, projects, or cost centers to a settlement receiver (like a cost center, internal order, or asset) that is not valid for settlement. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Account Assignment: The account specified in the error message is not set up correctly for settlement. This could be due to:
  
  The account is not a valid settlement account.
  The account is not assigned to the appropriate account type in the controlling area.
  The account is not active or has been blocked.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling module may not allow for the specified account to be used for settlement.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost object (like internal order or project) may not be correctly set up to