How To Fix WS285 - Supplier settlement list &1 cannot be completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Supplier settlement list &1 cannot be completed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS285 - Supplier settlement list &1 cannot be completed ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS285: Supplier settlement list &1 cannot be completed
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to complete a supplier settlement list (usually in the context of invoice verification or supplier settlement processing), but the system detects that the settlement list cannot be finalized due to certain inconsistencies or missing prerequisites.
  Common causes include:
  
  The settlement list contains open or blocked items that prevent completion.
  The settlement list is not fully processed or has incomplete data.
  There are inconsistencies in the settlement document, such as missing or incorrect reference documents.
  The settlement list is already completed or locked.
  Related documents (e.g., invoices, credit memos) are not properly posted or cleared.
  The settlement list is linked to a purchase order or contract that is not in a status allowing settlement completion.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WS285 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the status of the settlement list:
  
  Use transaction codes like MRRL (Release Blocked Invoices) or MRBR (Release Blocked Invoices) to check