How To Fix WS127 - A balance of & & exists in the settlement document list entry

WS127 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 127

• Message text: A balance of & & exists in the settlement document list entry

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WS127 - Details

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  SAP Error Message:
  WS127 - A balance of & & exists in the settlement document list entry
  
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the settlement process (e.g., settlement of internal orders, WBS elements, or cost centers) when the system detects that the settlement document list entry has a non-zero balance. In other words, the total debits and credits in the settlement document list do not balance to zero, which is a prerequisite for posting the settlement document.
  The placeholders & & typically represent the amount and currency of the imbalance.
  Common causes include:
  
  Rounding differences: Minor rounding differences in the settlement amounts.
  Incorrect settlement rule or percentages: The settlement rule or distribution percentages do not sum up correctly.
  Open or incomplete line items: Some line items in the settlement document list are not properly cleared or settled.
  Currency differences: Currency conversion or exchange rate differences causing imbalance.
  Manual changes: Manual