How To Fix WS861 - Only settl doc type for supp settl list allowed for settl proc category &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 861

• Message text: Only settl doc type for supp settl list allowed for settl proc category &

What causes this issue?

When you specify <AB>A</> <LS>Supplier Settlement List</> for the
settlement process category, you may not enter a settlement document
type for supplier settlement or select the <LS>Settlement Based Directly
on Settl. Docs</> indicator.

System Response

The system does not allow further processing.

How to fix this error?

Delete your entry for the settlement document type for supplier
settlement or deselect the indicator.
Alternatively, check whether settlement process category <AB>A</>
<LS>Supplier Settlement List</> is correct.

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 WS861 - Only settl doc type for supp settl list allowed for settl proc category & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS861 - Only settl doc type for supp settl list allowed for settl proc category &
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the configuration or processing of settlement documents in SAP, specifically related to the settlement procedure category and the settlement document type.
  
  Settlement Procedure Category: This is a classification in SAP that defines how settlement documents are processed.
  Settlement Document Type: This defines the type of document used for settlement (e.g., invoice, credit memo, etc.).
  Supplier Settlement List: A list of settlement documents related to suppliers.
  
  The error message indicates that only certain settlement document types are allowed for the supplier settlement list for the given settlement procedure category. If you try to assign or use a settlement document type that is not allowed for that procedure category, SAP throws this error.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During configuration of settlement procedures (e.g., in transaction SPRO under Financial Accounting or Materials Management).
  When assigning settlement document types to settlement procedure categories.
  During the creation or processing of settlement documents if the document type does not match the allowed types for the procedure category.
  
  
  Cause:
  
  The settlement document type assigned to the supplier settlement list is not valid or not allowed for the settlement procedure category.
  Incorrect or missing configuration in the settlement procedure customizing.
  Possibly a mismatch between the settlement procedure category and the document type assigned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Settlement Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Materials Management ? Logistics Invoice Verification ? Incoming Invoice ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Procedure.
  Verify the settlement procedure category and the allowed settlement document types.
  Ensure that the settlement document type assigned to the supplier settlement list is valid for the settlement procedure category.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settlement Document Type:
  
  If the document type is incorrect, assign the correct settlement document type that is allowed for the procedure category.
  You may need to create or configure a new settlement document type if none of the existing ones fit.
  
  
  
  Check Supplier Settlement List Settings:
  
  Verify the settings for the supplier settlement list and ensure that the document types used are consistent with the settlement procedure category.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes address this error with detailed instructions.
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS861.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO - Customizing
  MIGO / MIRO - Goods Receipt / Invoice Receipt (where settlement might be triggered)
  MRBR - Release Blocked Invoices (if related to settlement)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T161 - Settlement Procedure
  T161T - Settlement Procedure Texts
  T161B - Settlement Document Types
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  Materials Management (MM)
  Financial Accounting (FI)
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS861 - Only settl doc type for supp settl list allowed for settl proc category &
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement document type not allowed for the settlement procedure category
  
  
  Solution
  Correct the settlement document type assignment in customizing for the procedure category
  
  
  Where to Check
  SPRO ? MM ? Logistics Invoice Verification ? Settlement ? Define Settlement Procedure
  
  
  Related SAP Notes
  Check SAP OSS Notes for WS861 or settlement procedure issues
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact settlement procedure category and document type you are using, I can help you identify the correct configuration or document type to use.