How To Fix WZRE_IV257 - Settlement process type &1 is not flagged as relevant for clearing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZRE_IV - Clearing Workbench

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Settlement process type &1 is not flagged as relevant for clearing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_IV257 - Settlement process type &1 is not flagged as relevant for clearing ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WZRE_IV257: Settlement process type &1 is not flagged as relevant for clearing
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the settlement process in SAP when the system tries to clear or settle costs using a settlement process type that is not configured as relevant for clearing in the system settings.
  In SAP Controlling (CO), settlement process types define how costs are settled from sender objects (like cost centers, internal orders) to receiver objects (like cost centers, orders, assets). For the system to perform clearing during settlement, the settlement process type must be flagged as "relevant for clearing."
  If this flag is missing or not set, the system cannot perform the clearing postings, resulting in this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The settlement process type controls the rules for settlement.
  The "relevant for clearing" indicator tells the system that the settlement process type can be used to clear open items.
  If this indicator is not set, the system assumes the settlement process type is not intended for clearing, hence the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Settlement Process Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OKO7 (or navigate via IMG: Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle Internal Orders ? Define Settlement Process Types).
  Find the settlement process type mentioned in the error message (the placeholder &1 will be replaced by the actual process type in your system).
  Check if the checkbox "Relevant for Clearing" (or similar wording) is selected.
  
  
  
  Activate the "Relevant for Clearing" Flag:
  
  If the checkbox is not selected, select it.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Settlement:
  
  After activating the flag, try to run the settlement again.
  The system should now allow clearing postings using this settlement process type.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This setting is crucial when the settlement involves clearing open items, such as when settling internal orders or cost centers to other cost objects.
  If you are unsure about changing this setting, consult with your SAP CO consultant or Basis team, as changing settlement process types can affect financial postings.
  Always test changes in a development or quality system before transporting to production.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Error Message
  WZRE_IV257 Settlement process type &1 is not flagged as relevant for clearing
  
  
  Cause
  Settlement process type is not marked as relevant for clearing in configuration
  
  
  Solution
  Activate the "Relevant for Clearing" flag for the settlement process type in transaction OKO7
  
  
  Transaction to Check
  OKO7 (Define Settlement Process Types)
  
  
  Impact
  Without this flag, clearing postings during settlement cannot be performed
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance or step-by-step guidance on how to navigate the IMG or transaction, feel free to ask!