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How To Fix WS_RRLE041 - Maintain a settl. doc. list recipient for determination procedure &1


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WS_RRLE - Settlement Document List

  • Message number: 041

  • Message text: Maintain a settl. doc. list recipient for determination procedure &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_RRLE041 - Maintain a settl. doc. list recipient for determination procedure &1 ?

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    SAP Error Message:

    WS_RRLE041: Maintain a settl. doc. list recipient for determination procedure &1


    Meaning / Cause:

    This error occurs when the system tries to determine a settlement document list recipient for a particular settlement determination procedure, but no recipient has been maintained or assigned in the configuration.

    In SAP, settlement rules or procedures often require a recipient (such as a user, role, or organizational unit) to receive notifications or settlement documents. If this recipient is missing, the system cannot proceed with the settlement process and throws this error.


    Cause:

    • The settlement determination procedure (identified by &1 in the message) does not have a recipient maintained in the system.
    • This is typically a configuration issue in the settlement rule setup.
    • The system expects a recipient to be assigned to send settlement documents or notifications but finds none.

    Solution:

    1. Identify the Settlement Determination Procedure:

      • Note the procedure name or ID from the error message (&1).
    2. Maintain Settlement Document List Recipient:

      • Go to the relevant IMG path to maintain the recipient for the settlement procedure.
      • The IMG path can vary depending on the module, but generally:
        • For Investment Management (IM) or Project System (PS) settlement procedures:
          • SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders / Project System ? Settlement ? Maintain Settlement Document List Recipients
        • For Revenue Recognition or other modules, check the specific IMG node related to settlement or revenue recognition.
    3. Assign Recipient:

      • Assign a user, role, or organizational unit as the recipient for the settlement document list.
      • This recipient will receive notifications or settlement documents generated by the system.
    4. Save and Test:

      • After maintaining the recipient, save the configuration.
      • Retry the settlement process to confirm the error is resolved.

    Additional Information:

    • This error is common in scenarios involving settlement of costs, revenues, or revenue recognition where notifications or documents need to be sent to responsible parties.
    • The recipient can be a user ID, distribution list, or organizational unit depending on the system setup.
    • If unsure about the correct recipient, consult with the business process owner or the SAP functional consultant responsible for settlement procedures.
    • Sometimes, this error can also occur if the recipient was deleted or changed in the system after the settlement procedure was configured.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error Message WS_RRLE041: Maintain a settl. doc. list recipient for determination procedure &1
    Cause No recipient maintained for the settlement determination procedure
    Solution Maintain a recipient in the IMG for the settlement procedure
    Transaction / IMG Path SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders / Project System ? Settlement ? Maintain Settlement Document List Recipients (or module-specific path)
    Notes Ensure the recipient is valid and active in the system

    If you provide the specific module or context (e.g., PS, IM, Revenue Recognition), I can give you more precise navigation steps.


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