How To Fix W_CB158 - Document &1: Settlement document type &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Document &1: Settlement document type &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB158 - Document &1: Settlement document type &2 does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB158 Document &1: Settlement document type &2 does not exist
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs during the settlement process in SAP (e.g., when settling costs from a cost object to another object such as a cost center, order, or asset). The system is trying to create or reference a settlement document with a specific document type, but the document type specified does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  
  &1 = Document number or reference document
  &2 = Settlement document type that the system tried to use but could not find
  
  The root cause is that the settlement document type configured or defaulted in the settlement profile or settlement rule is missing or incorrectly maintained in the system.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Settlement document type not defined: The document type used for settlement postings is not created in the system.
  Incorrect settlement profile configuration: The settlement profile assigned to the cost object does not have a valid settlement document type.
  Missing or incorrect assignment in customizing: The settlement document type is not assigned or maintained properly in the IMG settings.
  Authorization or system inconsistency: Rarely, authorization issues or system inconsistencies might cause the system to not recognize the document type.
  
  
  Where to Check / Solution:
  
  
  Check Settlement Document Type Configuration:
  
  Transaction: SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Object Controlling ? Product Cost by Order ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Document Types
  Verify that the document type &2 (the one mentioned in the error) exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Check Settlement Profile:
  
  Transaction: OKO7 (or via SPRO path)
  Verify the settlement profile assigned to the cost object.
  Check the settlement document type assigned in the settlement profile.
  
  
  
  Check Settlement Rule:
  
  Review the settlement rule for the cost object.
  Ensure the settlement rule is correctly maintained and the settlement document type is valid.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type in Financial Accounting:
  
  Transaction: OBA7 (Define Document Types)
  Confirm that the settlement document type exists in FI and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Maintain Missing Document Type:
  
  If the document type is missing, create it with the appropriate settings.
  Ensure it is allowed for the relevant transaction types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has authorization to post or view the settlement document type.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Notes:
  
  This is a warning (W_) message, so the system might allow the process to continue, but the settlement document may not be created correctly.
  It is important to resolve this to ensure proper posting and settlement accounting.
  If unsure about the correct document type, consult with your FI/CO consultant or check the system documentation.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  W_CB158 Document &1: Settlement document type &2 does not exist
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement document type &2 is missing or not defined in the system
  
  
  Solution
  Define or correct the settlement document type in customizing (SPRO), settlement profile, and FI document types
  
  
  Transactions to Check
  SPRO, OKO7, OBA7
  
  
  Impact
  Settlement document may not be created correctly, affecting cost accounting and FI postings
  
  
  
  
  If you need, I can also provide step-by-step instructions on how to maintain the settlement document type or settlement profile. Just let me know!