How To Fix MN791 - Index created for settlement documents contains invalid entries

MN791 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 791

• Message text: Index created for settlement documents contains invalid entries

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the compilation of the index of the created
settlement documents for condition records for arrangement &V1&.

System Response

The settlement documents created are not posted.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator, as this problem is due to an internal
program error.

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 MN791 - Index created for settlement documents contains invalid entries ?

  The SAP error message MN791 indicates that there are invalid entries in the index created for settlement documents. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with settlement documents related to internal orders, projects, or other cost objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to settlement documents, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database tables.
  Corrupted Index: The index itself may be corrupted or not properly updated, leading to invalid entries.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might interfere with the standard processing of settlement documents.
  System Upgrades or Changes: Changes in the system, such as upgrades or patches, may lead to inconsistencies in the data or the index.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MN791 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  Use transaction code SARA to access the