How To Fix RESCSU071 - SC key &1 is for directly posted costs: not allowed to be used in &2

RESCSU071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCSU - Error Texts for Settlement Unit

• Message number: 071

• Message text: SC key &1 is for directly posted costs: not allowed to be used in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCSU071 - SC key &1 is for directly posted costs: not allowed to be used in &2 ?

  The SAP error message RESCSU071 indicates that there is an issue with the use of a cost element (identified by the SC key &1) that is meant for directly posted costs in a context where it is not allowed (indicated by &2). This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) when trying to allocate costs or perform postings that are not compatible with the nature of the cost element.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Type: The cost element in question is defined as a "directly posted cost" type, which means it is intended for direct postings (e.g., expenses, materials) rather than allocations or indirect costs.
  Posting Context: The operation you are trying to perform (e.g., a settlement, allocation, or transfer) is not compatible with directly posted costs. For example, you might be trying to allocate costs to a project or internal order that does not accept direct costs.
  
  Configuration Issues: There