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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WB2B_EXPENSE - Global Trade Expenses
Message number: 074
Message text: Cannot settle documents with posting status &1
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WB2B_EXPENSE074
- Cannot settle documents with posting status &1 ?The SAP error message WB2B_EXPENSE074 indicates that there is an issue with settling documents that have a specific posting status. The message typically means that the documents you are trying to settle cannot be processed because they are in a status that does not allow for settlement.
Cause:
The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
- Incorrect Posting Status: The document may have a posting status that does not permit settlement (e.g., it may be in a "Blocked" or "Not Posted" status).
- Incomplete Document: The document may not have all the required information or may be incomplete.
- Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on settlement based on configuration settings.
- Previous Settlements: The document may have already been settled or partially settled, preventing further settlement.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to settle the document.
Solution:
To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
Check Posting Status: Review the posting status of the document. You can do this by navigating to the document in question and checking its status in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like FB03 for financial documents).
Complete the Document: Ensure that all required fields and information are filled out correctly. If the document is incomplete, complete it and try settling again.
Review Document Type: Check if the document type has any specific restrictions regarding settlement. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team.
Check Previous Settlements: Verify if the document has already been settled. If it has, you may need to reverse the previous settlement before attempting to settle again.
Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the settlement. If not, contact your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.
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