How To Fix WAB042 - Settlement document type & only allowed for cancellation documents

WAB042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Settlement document type & only allowed for cancellation documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB042 - Settlement document type & only allowed for cancellation documents ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WAB042: "Settlement document type & only allowed for cancellation documents":
  
  Error Message:
  WAB042: Settlement document type & only allowed for cancellation documents
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use a settlement document type that is configured only for cancellation documents in a scenario where the system expects a normal (non-cancellation) settlement document.
  In SAP, settlement document types are defined to distinguish between normal settlement documents and cancellation settlement documents. Each document type has specific settings and allowed uses.
  
  The document type you are trying to use is restricted to cancellation documents only.
  You are attempting to create or post a settlement document that is not a cancellation, but the system detects the document type is inappropriate for this action.
  
  
  When does this happen?
  
  During settlement of internal orders, WBS elements, or other controlling objects.
  When posting a settlement document manually or via automatic settlement.
  When reversing or canceling a