How To Fix MN545 - Assign sales document types to arrangement type &1 (long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 545

• Message text: Assign sales document types to arrangement type &1 (long text)

What causes this issue?

For debit-side settlement, you must assign sales document types to
arrangement type &V1& for interim/partial settlement and final
settlement.
In this case, the arrangement is interpreted as a preceding document
(usually, this is a sales document). The customer billing documents are
created for settlement with the sales order-specific billing type for
the sales document category.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Assign the sales document types to arrangement type &V1&.
In the standard system, sales document type BM3 is defined for
interim/partial settlement and BM1 for final settlement.
Do not use document types B1 and B3. These are used for volume- based
rebate processing in SD.

<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLSDVOV8>Define Sales Document Types</>
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMHD>Define Rebate Arrangement Types</>
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Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN545 - Assign sales document types to arrangement type &1 (long text) ?

  The SAP error message MN545 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the assignment of sales document types to a specific arrangement type in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly when dealing with sales arrangements or contracts.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system cannot find a valid assignment of sales document types to the specified arrangement type. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sales document type has not been assigned to the arrangement type in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Arrangement Type: The arrangement type being referenced may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not have been properly configured to handle the sales document types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MN545 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Documents > Assign Sales Document Types to Arrangement Types.
  Verify if the sales document type you are trying to use is correctly assigned to the arrangement type in question.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Assignments:
  
  If the assignment is missing, you can create a new entry to assign the appropriate sales document type to the arrangement type.
  Ensure that the sales document type is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Review Arrangement Type:
  
  Check if the arrangement type is correctly defined and active in the system.
  Ensure that there are no typos or discrepancies in the arrangement type name.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create or process the sales document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration and VA01 for creating sales documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN545 error and ensure that your sales document types are correctly assigned to the appropriate arrangement types in your SAP system.