How To Fix MN447 - Newly created cond. records will not be taken into account in settlement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 447

• Message text: Newly created cond. records will not be taken into account in settlement

What causes this issue?

You have invoked the settlement accounting function for <GL>
<GL:arrangement>rebate arrangement</> &V1&. The latter has <GL>
<GL:condition_record>condition records</> that have only just be
created.

System Response

It is not possible to carry out settlement accounting with regard to
newly created conditon records. Neither would this make sense at the
current point in time. The relevant condition records will not be taken
into account in the settlement accounting.

How to fix this error?

Please check whether you wish to carry out settlement accounting with
respect to rebate arrangement &V1&.
You can save (post) the settlement accounting data for the rebate
arrangement, but the newly created condition records will be ignored in
this process.
You may first have to save the rebate arrangement data and carry out
settlement accounting for the arrangement again if you wish to take one
or more of the newly created condition records (e.g. period conditions
with validity period in the past) into account in order to ensure data
consistency.
Please note:
If the validity period of one of these newly created condition records
has already begun or lies in the past (indicator "Condition record
entered retrospectively" is set), it is usually necessary to carry out a
retrospective compilation of supplier business volumes.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN447 - Newly created cond. records will not be taken into account in settlement ?

  The SAP error message MN447 ("Newly created condition records will not be taken into account in settlement") typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with condition records in pricing or rebate agreements. This message indicates that the newly created condition records are not being considered for the settlement process, which can lead to discrepancies in financial reporting or settlement amounts.
  Causes:
  
  Timing of Condition Record Creation: The condition records may have been created after the settlement period has been closed or after the settlement has already been processed.
  Condition Record Validity: The validity period of the condition records may not align with the settlement period. If the records are not valid for the period being settled, they will not be considered.
  Settlement Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the settlement process that prevent newly created condition records from being included.
  Document Status: The documents related to the settlement may be in a status that does not allow for the inclusion of new condition records.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (e.g., customer or vendor master records) that affect the applicability of the condition records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Ensure that the validity dates of the condition records cover the settlement period. If they do not, adjust the validity dates accordingly.
  Reprocess Settlement: If the condition records were created after the initial settlement run, you may need to reprocess the settlement to include the new records.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the settlement process to ensure that it allows for the inclusion of new condition records.
  Document Status Review: Verify the status of the documents involved in the settlement. If they are locked or in a status that prevents changes, you may need to unlock or change their status.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling condition records in settlements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) for managing condition records.
  Settlement Transactions: Understand the transaction codes related to settlement processes, such as KKAO (Settlement of Internal Orders) or KOF1 (Rebate Settlement).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to condition records and settlement processes for more detailed guidance.
  Testing: If possible, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the MN447 error and ensure that newly created condition records are taken into account in the settlement process.