How To Fix NAA503 - Settlement run number missing for arrangement &V1&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Settlement run number missing for arrangement &V1&

What causes this issue?

Settlement documents exist whose settlement run number is missing in
the settlement document index. This message is issued for documents
that were entered prior to Release 4.5 and does not indicate an error.

System Response

In the list output, the display of scale and condition basis is
surpressed to prevent incorrect values being issued.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_VERWALTUNG

Procedure for System Administrators

If this message is displayed for settlement documents that were entered
after Release 4.5A, please contace SAP.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA503 - Settlement run number missing for arrangement &V1& ?

  The SAP error message NAA503, which states "Settlement run number missing for arrangement &V1&," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a settlement run number associated with a specific arrangement (identified by &V1&).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Settlement Run: The most common cause is that a settlement run has not been executed for the specified arrangement. This could be due to the arrangement not being processed or settled yet.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the settlement process or the arrangement itself.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the database or missing entries that prevent the system from linking the arrangement to a settlement run.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the settlement run.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Execute Settlement Run: Check if a settlement run has been executed for the arrangement. If not, perform the necessary steps to execute the settlement run.
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction (e.g., using transaction code FQEVENT or FQSE for settlement) and ensure that the arrangement is included in the settlement run.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the settlement process in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the relevant settings for the arrangement and settlement process.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the database that may be causing the issue. This can be done using transaction codes like SARA or SDBA for database analysis.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the settlement run has the necessary authorizations. Check the user roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the NAA503 error for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with details of the error, including the arrangement number and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FQEVENT (for executing settlement runs) and FQSE (for settlement execution).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to NAA503 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NAA503 error and implement a solution to resolve it.