How To Fix WRCAT011 - Settlement type &1 not relevant for planned rebate variances

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRCAT - Messages for cost allocation

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Settlement type &1 not relevant for planned rebate variances

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRCAT011 - Settlement type &1 not relevant for planned rebate variances ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRCAT011: Settlement type &1 not relevant for planned rebate variances
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to settle planned rebate variances using a settlement type that is not configured or allowed for planned rebate variances in the system. In SAP, settlement types define how costs or revenues are settled to receivers (cost centers, orders, etc.). For planned rebate variances, only specific settlement types are valid.
  If you use a settlement type that is not assigned or relevant for planned rebate variances, the system throws this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Planned rebate variances are variances related to planned rebates in purchasing or sales.
  Settlement types control how these variances are settled.
  The settlement type you are using (&1 in the message) is not set up or flagged as relevant for planned rebate variances in the system configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the settlement type configuration:
  
  Go to transaction OKO7 (or SPRO path: Controlling ? Product Cost Controlling ? Product Cost by Period ? Period-End Closing ? Settlement ? Maintain Settlement Types).
  Verify if the settlement type you are using is configured for planned rebate variances.
  Specifically, check if the settlement type is flagged as relevant for planned rebate variances.
  
  
  
  Use a correct settlement type:
  
  Use a settlement type that is configured and allowed for planned rebate variances.
  If you are unsure which settlement types are valid, consult your controlling or finance team or check the standard SAP documentation.
  
  
  
  Adjust the settlement type if necessary:
  
  If the current settlement type should be used for planned rebate variances, update its configuration to mark it as relevant.
  This might involve setting the appropriate indicator or flag in the settlement type customizing.
  
  
  
  Check the settlement rule:
  
  Ensure that the settlement rule assigned to the cost object (e.g., production order, cost center) uses a valid settlement type for planned rebate variances.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Settlement types are critical in controlling how costs and variances are allocated.
  Planned rebate variances are typically settled to cost centers or profitability segments.
  Incorrect settlement type usage can lead to incorrect postings or errors like WRCAT011.
  Always test changes in a development or test environment before applying to production.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error message
  WRCAT011 Settlement type &1 not relevant for planned rebate variances
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement type used is not configured or allowed for planned rebate variances
  
  
  Solution
  Use a valid settlement type or configure the current one to be relevant for rebate variances
  
  
  Transaction to check
  OKO7 (Settlement types configuration)
  
  
  
  
  If you need further help, please provide the settlement type code (&1) and the context in which the error occurs (e.g., during settlement run, manual settlement, etc.).