How To Fix WS748 - Only settlement document type with settl cat. Material adjustment allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 748

• Message text: Only settlement document type with settl cat. Material adjustment allowed

What causes this issue?

Settlement Document Types for Delta Accruals must have either settlement
category "Material adjustment" or a posting rule with posting type "To
Clearing Account" assigned.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS748 - Only settlement document type with settl cat. Material adjustment allowed ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS748: Only settlement document type with settlement category 'Material adjustment' allowed
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the settlement process in SAP when you try to use a settlement document type that is not assigned or not allowed for the settlement category "Material adjustment".
  In SAP, settlement document types are linked to specific settlement categories. The settlement category defines the nature of the settlement, such as:
  
  Cost center settlement
  Order settlement
  Asset settlement
  Material adjustment settlement, etc.
  
  If you attempt to settle a process that requires a settlement document type with the settlement category Material adjustment, but the document type you use is not configured for this category, SAP throws this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Settlement Category "Material adjustment" is used when settling costs or values related to material movements or adjustments.
  The system expects a settlement document type that is specifically configured for this category.
  Using a document type meant for other settlement categories (like cost center or order) causes the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Settlement Document Type:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle Internal Orders ? Define Settlement Document Types.
  Verify the settlement document type you are using.
  Check if it is assigned to the settlement category Material adjustment.
  
  
  
  Assign or Use Correct Settlement Document Type:
  
  If the current document type is not assigned to the settlement category "Material adjustment," either:
  
  Change the settlement document type in your settlement process to one that is assigned to "Material adjustment."
  Or configure a new settlement document type and assign it to the settlement category "Material adjustment."
  
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Path to Assign Settlement Document Type to Settlement Category:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle Internal Orders ? Define Settlement Document Types.
  Here, ensure the document type has the settlement category set to Material adjustment.
  
  
  
  Check Settlement Profile:
  
  Sometimes the settlement profile used in the internal order or settlement rule might restrict the document type.
  Verify the settlement profile settings to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common when dealing with material ledger settlements or inventory adjustments where material-related costs are settled.
  The settlement document type controls the document number range and posting behavior.
  Using the correct document type ensures proper integration with FI and MM modules.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS748 Only settlement document type with settlement category Material adjustment allowed
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement document type used is not assigned to settlement category "Material adjustment"
  
  
  Solution
  Use or configure a settlement document type assigned to "Material adjustment" category
  
  
  Configuration Path
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle Internal Orders ? Define Settlement Document Types
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the correct document type or configuring it, please provide details about the settlement process or internal order type you are working with.