6D278 - Settlement unit &1 was already settled with settlement &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Settlement unit &1 was already settled with settlement &2

What causes this issue?

You want to change settlement unit &v1& from status "settled" to status
"released". However this settlement unit has already been settled in
settlement &v2&. You should therefore use the "Reverse service charge
settlement" function as other tables are also updated in the
settlement.
You can only release settlement units with this report program that
were wrongly set to "settled" with a help report.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D278 - Settlement unit &1 was already settled with settlement &2 ?

  The SAP error message 6D278 indicates that a settlement unit (identified by &1) has already been settled with a specific settlement (identified by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, particularly in modules like Project System (PS) or Internal Orders (CO).
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to settle a settlement unit that has already been processed in a previous settlement run. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Settlement Attempt: The user or system is trying to settle the same unit again without reversing the previous settlement.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the settlement rules or the settlement profile.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system not recognizing the previous settlement correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Settlement History: Review the settlement history for the settlement unit in question to confirm that it has indeed been settled. You can do this by using transaction codes like CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Order Actual Line Items).
  
  
  Reversal of Settlement: If you need to settle the unit again, you may need to reverse the previous settlement. This can typically be done using transaction KSV1 (for internal orders) or CJ88 (for project settlements) to reverse the settlement.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the settlement profile and rules are correctly configured. Check if there are any restrictions or settings that might prevent the settlement from being processed again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to settlement processes for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3, KOB1, KSV1, and CJ88 for managing settlements.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 6D278 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform settlement operations, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 6D278 effectively.