How To Fix WS217 - Posting method & not allowed for indicator 'Only post sett doc list data'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Posting method & not allowed for indicator 'Only post sett doc list data'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS217 - Posting method & not allowed for indicator 'Only post sett doc list data' ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS217 Posting method & not allowed for indicator 'Only post sett doc list data'
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to post a document using a posting method that is not permitted for the indicator "Only post settlement document list data" (usually a specific indicator or flag in the system). Essentially, the system is configured to allow only certain posting methods when this indicator is set, and the posting method you are using is not one of them.
  In other words, the posting method you selected is incompatible with the setting that restricts postings to only settlement document list data.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The indicator "Only post sett doc list data" is typically used in scenarios where postings are restricted to settlement document list data only.
  The posting method controls how the document is posted (e.g., normal posting, parked document, etc.).
  If the posting method you use is not allowed under this indicator, SAP throws the WS217 error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Posting Method:
  
  Verify the posting method you are using in the transaction.
  Ensure that it is allowed for the indicator "Only post sett doc list data".
  
  
  
  Adjust the Posting Method or Indicator:
  
  If the business process requires posting with the current posting method, then the indicator "Only post sett doc list data" should be unchecked or adjusted.
  Alternatively, use a posting method that is allowed for this indicator.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Check the configuration in the IMG under the relevant area (e.g., Financial Accounting or Asset Accounting) where posting methods and indicators are defined.
  Adjust the allowed posting methods for the indicator if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes, this error is related to specific business processes like asset settlement, vendor invoice settlement, or special postings.
  Review SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific module or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This error is often encountered in Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Settlement processes where postings are restricted.
  The posting method is usually defined in customizing under:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) ? Asset Accounting ? Transactions ? Define Posting Methods
  
  
  The indicator "Only post sett doc list data" might be a checkbox or flag in the posting method or transaction variant.
  Check transaction codes like AS01, AS02, ASKB, or settlement transactions if related to asset accounting.
  If this error occurs during a custom program or interface, verify the posting method parameter passed.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS217 Posting method & not allowed for indicator 'Only post sett doc list data'
  
  
  Cause
  Posting method used is not allowed when the indicator "Only post sett doc list data" is set
  
  
  Solution
  Use an allowed posting method or adjust the indicator setting in configuration
  
  
  Related Areas
  Asset Accounting, Settlement processes, Posting method configuration
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific steps.