How To Fix WAB001 - Settlement blocks not relevant for settlement procedure & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Settlement blocks not relevant for settlement procedure & &

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  SAP Error Message:
  WAB001 - Settlement blocks not relevant for settlement procedure & &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the settlement process in SAP (typically in the context of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements or Network activities) when the system detects that the settlement block(s) assigned to the object are not valid or relevant for the settlement procedure defined.
  
  Settlement blocks are indicators that prevent settlement from taking place under certain conditions.
  The system checks if the settlement block assigned to the object (e.g., WBS element, network activity) is allowed or relevant for the settlement profile or procedure.
  If the block is not recognized or not applicable for the settlement procedure, the system throws this error.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During settlement run or manual settlement of costs from WBS elements, networks, or other settlement receivers.
  When the settlement block indicator on the object conflicts with the settlement profile settings.
  Possibly after customizing changes or incorrect assignment of settlement blocks.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Settlement Block on the Object:
  
  Go to the WBS element or network activity master data.
  Check the settlement block indicator field.
  Transaction codes:  
  
  For WBS: CJ20N (Project Builder)  
  For Network: CN02 (Change Network)
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Settlement Profile Settings:
  
  Check the settlement profile assigned to the object.
  Verify which settlement blocks are allowed or relevant for this profile.
  Transaction code: OKO7 (Define Settlement Profile)
  
  
  
  Adjust Settlement Block or Profile:
  
  If the block is not relevant, remove or change the settlement block on the object.
  Alternatively, adjust the settlement profile to allow the block if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Re-run Settlement:
  
  After correction, try the settlement process again.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Settlement Blocks are used to control the settlement process, for example, to prevent settlement if certain conditions are not met.
  Common settlement blocks include:
  
  Block due to incomplete data
  Block due to approval pending
  Block due to technical reasons
  
  
  The system cross-checks these blocks against the settlement profile to ensure consistency.
  If you are unsure about which blocks are relevant, consult your SAP FI/CO consultant or check the customizing documentation.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WAB001 Settlement blocks not relevant for settlement procedure & &
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement block on object not valid for settlement profile/procedure
  
  
  Solution
  Check and correct settlement block or settlement profile settings
  
  
  Transactions
  CJ20N, CN02, OKO7
  
  
  Context
  Settlement of WBS elements, networks, or other CO objects
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide details about the object type (WBS, network, etc.) and the settlement profile used.