How To Fix WS162 - You cannot post via the supplier settl. list for settl. process type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 162

• Message text: You cannot post via the supplier settl. list for settl. process type &1

What causes this issue?

Specific Customizing settings are required for settlement process type
&V1& if supplier settlement lists have been entered. These settings have
not been made in full.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Select a different settlement process type.

Alternatively, change the Customizing settings for the
<DS:SIMG.W_WLFA_0010>settlement process type</> and the assigned
<DS:SIMG.W_WLFA_0004>settlement document type</>. Specifically, check
if the following settings have been made for the business volume
settlement:
Indicator "Post business volume values"
Indicator
<DS:DE.WSTBU>Post Tax Amounts</>
Account key in the 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS162 - You cannot post via the supplier settl. list for settl. process type &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WS162:
  
  SAP Error Message WS162
  Message Text:
  
  You cannot post via the supplier settl. list for settl. process type &1
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you attempt to post a document using a supplier settlement list (vendor settlement list) for a settlement process type that does not allow posting via the supplier settlement list.
  In SAP, settlement process types define how the system handles the settlement of costs or invoices. Some settlement process types are designed to be settled only via certain methods (e.g., direct posting, internal orders, or cost centers), and not via supplier settlement lists.
  If you try to post a document through a supplier settlement list for a settlement process type that is not configured to allow this, the system throws the WS162 error.
  
  Explanation
  
  Supplier Settlement List: A list used to settle vendor invoices or credit memos collectively.
  Settlement Process Type: Defines the rules and methods for settlement (e.g., whether settlement is allowed via supplier settlement list or not).
  The system checks the settlement process type configuration to determine if posting via supplier settlement list is permitted.
  If not permitted, posting is blocked and WS162 is triggered.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Settlement Process Type Configuration:
  
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ?
  
  Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Process Types.
  
  
  Select the settlement process type mentioned in the error message (the parameter &1).
  
  
  Verify the settings related to posting via supplier settlement list.
  
  
  If the business process requires posting via supplier settlement list, adjust the configuration to allow it.
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Method:
  
  
  If the settlement process type is not supposed to allow posting via supplier settlement list, then change the posting method.
  
  
  Instead of posting via supplier settlement list, post the document directly or use the appropriate settlement method as per the process type.
  
  
  
  
  Consult Business Process:
  
  
  Confirm with the business users or process owners whether posting via supplier settlement list is intended for this settlement process type.
  
  
  If not, educate users to use the correct posting method.
  
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KO88 - Order Settlement
  F-44 - Clear Vendor
  SPRO - Customizing for settlement process types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to WS162 for your SAP version.
  Settlement Process Types: These are key in controlling how costs and invoices are settled in Controlling (CO) and Materials Management (MM).
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS162: You cannot post via the supplier settl. list for settl. process type &1
  
  
  Cause
  Posting attempted via supplier settlement list for a settlement process type that does not allow it
  
  
  Solution
  Adjust settlement process type configuration to allow posting via supplier settlement list or use correct posting method
  
  
  Where to Check
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Process Types
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact settlement process type (&1), I can help you with more specific configuration steps.