How To Fix RESRBC015 - Errors might still occur during actual settlement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESRBC - Errors During Posting of Settlement

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Errors might still occur during actual settlement

What causes this issue?

Additional checks are performed in Financial Accounting in
<ZH>Actual Settlement</> mode.
Therefore, a document could have no errors in <ZK>Simulation</> mode,
but errors could nonetheless be found during actual settlement.
For this reason, this settlement step receives
<ZK>No Errors (in Simulation Mode)</> status.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESRBC015 - Errors might still occur during actual settlement ?

  The SAP error message RESRBC015 indicates that there are issues related to the actual settlement of a project or internal order. This error typically arises in the context of Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules when there are inconsistencies or problems with the data that prevent successful settlement.
  Causes of RESRBC015
  
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the project or order that is required for settlement.
  Settlement Rules: The settlement rules may not be correctly defined or may be missing for the project or order.
  Cost Elements: Issues with cost elements, such as missing or incorrect assignment, can lead to settlement errors.
  Status Issues: The project or order may be in a status that does not allow for settlement (e.g., not released).
  Open Items: There may be open items or unprocessed transactions that need to be cleared before settlement can occur.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system related to settlement processes can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Settlement Rules: Review the settlement rules for the project or order to ensure they are correctly defined and complete.
  Review Data Completeness: Ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate. This includes checking for missing cost elements, WBS elements, or other relevant data.
  Clear Open Items: Investigate and clear any open items or unprocessed transactions that may be preventing settlement.
  Check Project Status: Ensure that the project or order is in a status that allows for settlement. If it is not released, you may need to release it.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like CJEN (for project system) or KAH3 (for internal orders) to run consistency checks and identify any issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system or configuration issue.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ88 (Settlement), and KOB1 (Order Line Item).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to RESRBC015 for specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the RESRBC015 error message in SAP.