How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1558 - Posting with residual item creation not allowed for DPCs: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Posting with residual item creation not allowed for DPCs: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1558 - Posting with residual item creation not allowed for DPCs: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1558 Posting with residual item creation not allowed for DPCs: &1 &2 &3 &4 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Project System (PS) or related modules when trying to post a transaction that involves a Direct Posting Cost (DPC) and the system is configured to not allow the creation of residual items for that particular DPC.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to disallow the creation of residual items for certain DPCs. This can be due to specific settings in the project or cost element configuration.
  Posting Type: The type of posting being attempted may not be compatible with the DPC settings, leading to the error.
  Project Status: The project or WBS element may be in a status that does not allow for certain types of postings.
  Cost Element Settings: The cost element associated with the DPC may have restrictions that prevent residual item creation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the DPCs in question. Ensure that the settings allow for residual item creation if that is the desired behavior.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and check the settings under Project System or Controlling.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Type: Ensure that the type of posting you are trying to perform is appropriate for the DPC. If necessary, adjust the posting type or method.
  
  
  Project/WBS Status: Check the status of the project or WBS element. If it is in a status that restricts postings, consider changing the status or consulting with your project manager.
  
  
  Cost Element Configuration: Review the cost element settings to ensure that they are configured to allow residual item creation. This may involve checking the cost element master data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific DPCs and their configurations.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to analyze the project and postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.