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How To Fix WAB031 - Settlement partner & only with settlement doc. list recipient supplier


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

  • Message number: 031

  • Message text: Settlement partner & only with settlement doc. list recipient supplier

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB031 - Settlement partner & only with settlement doc. list recipient supplier ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WAB031 - Settlement partner & only with settlement doc. list recipient supplier


    Cause:

    This error occurs during the settlement process in SAP (typically in the context of CO-PA, internal orders, or settlement rules) when the system detects that the settlement partner is defined only with a settlement document list recipient supplier, but the settlement partner itself is missing or incorrectly maintained.

    In other words, the system expects a valid settlement partner to be assigned for the settlement rule or settlement profile, but it finds only a recipient supplier (often used for invoice processing) without a corresponding settlement partner. This inconsistency leads to the error.


    Explanation:

    • Settlement Partner: This is the receiver of the settlement (e.g., a cost center, internal order, profitability segment, or another CO object).
    • Recipient Supplier: This is typically a vendor or supplier assigned to receive the settlement document for invoice processing.
    • The error indicates that the settlement partner is missing or not properly maintained, but a recipient supplier is assigned, which is insufficient for settlement processing.

    Solution:

    1. Check Settlement Rule:

      • Go to the settlement rule of the object (e.g., internal order, WBS element).
      • Verify that the Settlement Receiver (Settlement Partner) is correctly maintained.
      • Ensure that the settlement partner is a valid CO object (cost center, profitability segment, etc.).
    2. Check Settlement Profile:

      • Review the settlement profile assigned to the object.
      • Confirm that the profile allows settlement to the type of receiver you are trying to settle to.
    3. Maintain Settlement Partner:

      • If missing, assign a valid settlement partner in the settlement rule.
      • The settlement partner must be consistent with the settlement profile and the business process.
    4. Check Recipient Supplier:

      • The recipient supplier is used for invoice processing after settlement.
      • Ensure that the recipient supplier is assigned only if a valid settlement partner exists.
    5. Re-run Settlement:

      • After correcting the settlement partner assignment, re-run the settlement process.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • KO88 - Order Settlement
      • CJ88 - WBS Element Settlement
      • KSU5 - Maintain Settlement Rules
      • OKO7 - Define Settlement Profiles
    • SAP Notes / Documentation:

      • Check SAP Notes related to settlement errors for your SAP version.
      • Refer to SAP Help Portal for Settlement in Controlling (CO) module.
    • Common Scenario:

      • This error often appears when a settlement rule is created or changed manually, and the settlement partner is omitted or incorrectly entered.
      • It can also occur if the settlement profile is changed without adjusting the settlement rules accordingly.

    Summary:

    • Cause: Settlement partner missing or incorrectly maintained; only recipient supplier assigned.
    • Solution: Assign a valid settlement partner in the settlement rule consistent with the settlement profile.
    • Check: Settlement rules, settlement profile, and recipient supplier assignments.

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