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How To Fix TU518 - The copy function is not active for payment plan category &2


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

  • Message number: 518

  • Message text: The copy function is not active for payment plan category &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have tried to copy the payment plan for contract &V1& to another
    contract. Since the <DS:DE.E_SUPLSWTC>copy function</> in the
    Customizing settings for payment plan type &V2& were not activated,
    this is not possible.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU518 - The copy function is not active for payment plan category &2 ?

    The SAP error message TU518 indicates that the copy function is not active for a specific payment plan category. This error typically arises when you are trying to copy a payment plan or a related document, but the system does not allow it due to the configuration settings for that particular payment plan category.

    Cause:

    1. Configuration Settings: The payment plan category you are trying to use does not have the copy function enabled in the configuration settings.
    2. Business Rules: Certain business rules or restrictions may prevent copying for specific payment plan categories.
    3. Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues that prevent the execution of the copy function.

    Solution:

    To resolve the TU518 error, you can take the following steps:

    1. Check Configuration:

      • Go to the configuration settings for payment plans in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
      • Navigate to the relevant section for payment plan categories and check if the copy function is enabled for the specific category you are working with.
      • If it is not enabled, you may need to adjust the settings to allow copying.
    2. Review Payment Plan Category:

      • Ensure that the payment plan category you are using is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
      • If necessary, create a new payment plan category that has the copy function enabled.
    3. Consult Documentation:

      • Review SAP documentation or help files related to payment plans and their configuration to understand the implications of enabling the copy function.
    4. Authorization Check:

      • Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the copy function. If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team.
    5. Testing:

      • After making any changes, test the copy function again to ensure that the error is resolved.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Modules) for deeper investigation.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
    • Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TU518 error and implement a solution to enable the copy function for the specified payment plan category.

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