How To Fix NI149 - Function f. subseq. business vol. update f. cus. settlements deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Function f. subseq. business vol. update f. cus. settlements deactivated

What causes this issue?

The subsequent update function for customer settlements in
<DS:GLOS.3526C095AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>subsequent settlement</> is
not activated in this client.
It was deactivated in Customizing.

System Response

The requested function was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to activate the function.

Procedure for System Administrators

If necessary, activate the function.
<DS:TRAN.WMN9>Set Up Subsequent Settlement Control Table</>

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 NI149 - Function f. subseq. business vol. update f. cus. settlements deactivated ?

  The SAP error message NI149, which states "Function f. subseq. business vol. update f. cus. settlements deactivated," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the update of subsequent business volume for customer settlements. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration settings, missing authorizations, or system inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  Deactivated Functionality: The specific function for updating subsequent business volume for customer settlements may be deactivated in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Financial Accounting).
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation that triggers this error.
  System Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data or settings that prevent the function from executing properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in SPRO) and ensure that the functionality for subsequent business volume updates is activated.
  Verify the settings related to customer settlements and ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the function related to customer settlements.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the NI149 error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SPRO (Customizing), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NI149 error and implement a solution to resolve it.