How To Fix WAB554 - Settlement List Number and Reference cannot have same target field &1

WAB554 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Settlement List Number and Reference cannot have same target field &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB554 - Settlement List Number and Reference cannot have same target field &1 ?

  The SAP error message WAB554 indicates that there is a conflict in the settlement process where the settlement list number and the reference number are trying to use the same target field. This typically occurs in the context of settlement processing in SAP, particularly in the areas of Asset Accounting or Internal Orders.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that both the settlement list number and the reference number are being assigned to the same target field, which is not allowed. This can happen due to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the settlement settings or in the assignment of fields.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of data that leads to the same target field being assigned to both the settlement list number and the reference number.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate settlement data, they may inadvertently cause this conflict.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WAB554 error, you can take the