How To Fix WS139 - Settlement document type & cannot be partially settled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Settlement document type & cannot be partially settled

What causes this issue?

The selected settlement document type &V1& is not defined for partial
settlement. The reason for this is that settlement document type &V1& is
not characterized as the settlement document type for partial
settlement.

System Response

The settlement document type cannot be assigned.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different settlement document type.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS139 - Settlement document type & cannot be partially settled ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS139 - Settlement document type & cannot be partially settled
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the settlement process in SAP when you attempt to partially settle a settlement document type that is configured not to allow partial settlements.
  In SAP, settlement document types control how settlement documents are processed. Some document types are set up to require full settlement, meaning the entire amount must be settled in one go. If you try to post a partial settlement for such a document type, the system throws the WS139 error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The settlement document type (e.g., S or any custom type) has a setting that disallows partial settlements.
  When you try to settle only a part of the amount (partial settlement), the system checks this setting.
  Since partial settlement is not allowed for this document type, the system stops the process and issues the WS139 error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Settlement Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO ?
  
  Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Document Types.
  Find the settlement document type you are using.
  Check the setting for Partial Settlement Allowed (or similar parameter).
  
  
  
  Allow Partial Settlement (if business process permits):
  
  If partial settlements are required, change the setting to allow partial settlements.
  Save and transport the changes if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Settlement Document Type:
  
  If partial settlement is not allowed for the current document type and should not be changed, use a different settlement document type that permits partial settlements.
  
  
  
  Post Full Settlement:
  
  If the business process requires full settlement, ensure that the entire amount is settled in one posting to avoid the error.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in Internal Order Settlement or WBS Element Settlement scenarios.
  The setting is important to maintain consistency and control over financial postings.
  Changing the document type settings should be done carefully and in alignment with business requirements.
  Always test changes in a development or quality system before moving to production.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WS139 Settlement document type & cannot be partially settled
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to partially settle a document type that disallows partial settlements
  
  
  Solution
  Allow partial settlements in document type config or post full settlement
  
  
  Transaction to Check
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Document Types
  
  
  
  
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