How To Fix WAB015 - Settlement block item only if settlement at item level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Settlement block item only if settlement at item level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB015 - Settlement block item only if settlement at item level ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WAB015: "Settlement block item only if settlement at item level":
  
  Error Message:
  WAB015 - Settlement block item only if settlement at item level
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to set a Settlement Block indicator on an item in a document, but the system is not configured for Settlement at item level. In other words, the system expects settlement to be done at the header level (overall document), but you are trying to block settlement at the item level, which is not allowed.
  
  Settlement Block is a flag that prevents the settlement of a particular item.
  The system setting or configuration currently only allows settlement at the header level.
  Trying to block settlement at the item level without enabling item-level settlement causes this error.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During the creation or processing of documents involving settlement (e.g., production orders, internal orders, WBS elements).
  When you mark an item with a settlement block indicator but the settlement profile or settings do not allow item-level settlement.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Settlement Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction OKO7 (or relevant IMG path: Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle ? Define Settlement Profile).
  Verify the settlement profile assigned to the object (e.g., internal order, WBS element).
  Ensure that Settlement at item level is activated if you want to block settlement at item level.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settlement Block Usage:
  
  If you do not want to enable settlement at item level, remove the settlement block indicator from the item.
  Instead, apply the settlement block at the header level if needed.
  
  
  
  Review Document or Order Settings:
  
  Check the document or order type settings to confirm whether item-level settlement is supported.
  Adjust the settings or process accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Controlling Team:
  
  Since settlement profiles and settings are usually controlled by Controlling (CO) module, coordinate with CO consultants or team to adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Settlement at item level means that each line item in a document can be settled individually.
  Settlement at header level means the entire document is settled as a whole.
  The Settlement Block indicator is used to prevent settlement of specific items temporarily.
  This error ensures data consistency and prevents incorrect settlement processing.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WAB015 - Settlement block item only if settlement at item level
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement block indicator set on item, but settlement at item level is not enabled
  
  
  Solution
  Enable settlement at item level in settlement profile or remove settlement block at item
  
  
  Transaction to Check
  OKO7 (Settlement Profile configuration)
  
  
  Module
  Controlling (CO)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with the exact IMG path or configuration steps, feel free to ask!