How To Fix WRMA_CAT131 - Check of settings for RMA cost allocation by BI reference data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Check of settings for RMA cost allocation by BI reference data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_CAT131 - Check of settings for RMA cost allocation by BI reference data ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRMA_CAT131 – Check of settings for RMA cost allocation by BI reference data
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the Return Material Authorization (RMA) process when the system attempts to allocate costs based on Business Intelligence (BI) reference data, but the necessary configuration or master data for cost allocation is missing or incorrect.
  Specifically, the system checks the settings for RMA cost allocation using BI reference data (such as cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects). If these settings are not properly maintained or the reference data is incomplete or inconsistent, the system raises this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The RMA process in SAP can be integrated with Controlling (CO) and BI to allocate costs related to returns.
  The error indicates that the system cannot find or validate the BI reference data required for cost allocation.
  This could be due to missing or incorrect assignment of controlling objects in the RMA customizing or master data.
  It may also occur if the BI reference data (e.g., cost center, profit center) is not maintained or not assigned to the relevant RMA category or transaction type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RMA Cost Allocation Settings:
  
  Go to the customizing path for RMA cost allocation (usually under Logistics Execution or Customer Service settings).
  Verify that the cost allocation settings for the relevant RMA category or transaction type are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the controlling objects (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) are assigned properly.
  
  
  
  Verify BI Reference Data:
  
  Check the master data for BI reference objects used in cost allocation.
  Ensure that the cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders exist and are active.
  Confirm that these objects are correctly linked to the RMA process.
  
  
  
  Maintain or Correct Reference Data:
  
  If any controlling objects are missing, create or assign them as needed.
  If the assignment is incorrect, correct the mapping in the customizing.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  Verify the integration settings between RMA and Controlling/BI.
  Ensure that the system is configured to use the correct reference data for cost allocation.
  
  
  
  Test the RMA Process:
  
  After corrections, test the RMA process again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO – For customizing RMA and cost allocation settings.
  WRMA – RMA processing transactions.
  OKB9 – Maintain default cost centers for cost objects.
  KSB1 / KOB1 – Cost center/internal order reports to verify data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to RMA cost allocation and BI integration for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal documentation on RMA and cost allocation.
  SAP Controlling (CO) integration with Logistics and Customer Service.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The WRMA_CAT131 error indicates missing or incorrect settings for RMA cost allocation using BI reference data. To resolve it, verify and maintain the controlling objects and their assignments in the RMA customizing and master data, ensuring proper integration with BI reference data for cost allocation.