Message type: E = Error
Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management
Message number: 118
Message text: Posting type 6 (to clearing account with tax) is not allowed &1
Posting type 6 of posting rule <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)> is supported only when
creating class-based accounting documents.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
WAB118
- Posting type 6 (to clearing account with tax) is not allowed &1 ?The SAP error message WAB118 indicates that there is an issue with posting to a clearing account that involves tax, specifically when using posting type 6. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where tax implications are involved, and the system is configured to prevent certain types of postings to maintain data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
Cause: The error occurs due to the following reasons: Posting Type Restrictions: Posting type 6 is generally used for specific types of transactions, and the system does not allow postings to clearing accounts that involve tax calculations. Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict certain postings to clearing accounts, especially when tax is involved. Account Type: The account being used may not be set up to handle tax-related postings, or it may not be a valid clearing account for the type of transaction being processed.
Solution: To resolve the WAB118 error, consider
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