How To Fix MN115 - Indicator for settlement type & invalid (Customizing arrangement type)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Indicator for settlement type & invalid (Customizing arrangement type)

System Response

The system will not allow further processing.
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Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for the arrangement type in Customizing:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN115 - Indicator for settlement type & invalid (Customizing arrangement type) ?

  The SAP error message MN115, which states "Indicator for settlement type & invalid (Customizing arrangement type)," typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or other cost objects that require settlement.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Invalid Settlement Type: The settlement type specified in the configuration or during the transaction is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Customizing Issues: The customizing settings for the settlement type may not be properly defined or may be missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The arrangement type or the settlement type may not be correctly linked or configured in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified settlement type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MN115 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Settlement Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for settlement types (e.g., "Controlling" -> "Internal Orders" -> "Settlement" -> "Define Settlement Types").
  Verify that the settlement type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the arrangement type is correctly set up in the system.
  Check if the settlement type is assigned to the correct arrangement type.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the cost object (e.g., internal order, project) is correctly set up to use the specified settlement type.
  Check if there are any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled for the settlement type to be valid.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the settlement process.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include access to the relevant settlement types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the settlement types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KO88 (for order settlement) or CJ88 (for project settlement) to test the settlement process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MN115 error in your SAP system.