How To Fix WB2B_EXPENSE061 - Exp. type for appl. &1, set. doc. list type &2 is not a planned expense

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B_EXPENSE - Global Trade Expenses

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Exp. type for appl. &1, set. doc. list type &2 is not a planned expense

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B_EXPENSE061 - Exp. type for appl. &1, set. doc. list type &2 is not a planned expense ?

  The SAP error message WB2B_EXPENSE061 indicates that there is an issue with the expense type configuration in the context of a specific application and settlement document list type. This error typically arises when the system expects a planned expense type but finds that the specified expense type is not configured as such.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The expense type associated with the application and settlement document list type is not set up as a planned expense type in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong expense type is being referenced.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the expense type may not have been completed in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for expense types in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (usually through SPRO).
  Verify that the expense type for the specified application and settlement document list type is correctly configured as a planned expense.
  
  
  
  Adjust Expense Type:
  
  If the expense type is not set as a planned expense, you may need to change its configuration or create a new expense type that is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the correct expense type is being used in the transaction that triggered the error. Double-check the entries for any typos or incorrect selections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to expense types and their configurations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE80 for development objects to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring expense types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data entries, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B_EXPENSE061 error and ensure that your expense types are correctly configured for planned expenses.