How To Fix WS515 - Settl. doc. type &1 not relevant for settlement docs - incorrect partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Settl. doc. type &1 not relevant for settlement docs - incorrect partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS515 - Settl. doc. type &1 not relevant for settlement docs - incorrect partner ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS515 - Settl. doc. type &1 not relevant for settlement docs - incorrect partner
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the settlement process (e.g., in CO-PA, Internal Orders, WBS elements, or other settlement objects) when the system tries to create or post a settlement document with a document type that is not valid or allowed for the partner involved in the settlement.
  In other words, the settlement document type assigned or determined in the settlement rule or configuration is not relevant or permitted for the partner (e.g., cost center, order, project, vendor, customer) to which the settlement is being posted.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect or missing configuration of document types allowed for settlement documents.
  The partner object (receiver of the settlement) is not correctly maintained or does not allow the document type being used.
  Customizing settings for settlement document types and partner assignments are inconsistent.
  The settlement rule or receiver assignment is incorrect or incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Settlement Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders / WBS Elements / CO-PA ? Settlement ? Define Document Types for Settlement Documents.
  Verify that the document type (&1 in the error message) is correctly defined and allowed for settlement postings.
  Ensure that the document type is relevant for the type of settlement you are performing.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Assignment and Validity:
  
  Verify the partner object (receiver) in the settlement rule.
  Check if the partner (e.g., cost center, order, project, vendor, customer) is correctly maintained and allowed to receive settlement postings with the given document type.
  For example, if settling to a cost center, ensure the cost center is valid and open for postings.
  
  
  
  Review Settlement Rule and Receiver:
  
  Check the settlement rule assigned to the sender object.
  Ensure the receiver and the settlement rule are correctly maintained.
  Make sure the receiver's controlling area and company code settings are consistent with the settlement document type.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Assignment in Customizing:
  
  In some cases, the document type for settlement documents is derived from the sender or receiver.
  Check the customizing for document type determination in settlement (e.g., in CO-PA or Internal Orders).
  
  
  
  Test with Different Document Type or Partner:
  
  Try changing the settlement document type or partner to isolate the problem.
  This can help identify if the issue is with a specific document type or partner.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization and User Exits:
  
  Sometimes, user exits or BAdIs may influence document type determination.
  Check if any custom code is affecting the settlement document type or partner validation.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KO88 - Order Settlement
  CJ88 - WBS Element Settlement
  KEU5 - CO-PA Settlement
  SPRO - Customizing
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WS515 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T003 - Document Types
  T001 - Company Codes
  TKA01 - Settlement Profile for Internal Orders
  TKEB - Settlement Document Types
  
  
  
  Additional Checks:
  
  Verify that the controlling area and company code assignments are consistent.
  Check if the settlement document type is allowed in the company code of the receiver.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS515 - Settlement document type &1 not relevant for settlement docs - incorrect partner
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement document type not valid for the partner involved in settlement
  
  
  Solution
  Check and correct document type configuration, partner assignment, and settlement rules
  
  
  Key Areas to Check
  Document type customizing, partner validity, settlement rule, controlling area settings
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact document type (&1) and the settlement scenario, I can help you with more specific guidance.