How To Fix AJ598 - The temperature area in installation &2 is missing for weighting key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 598

• Message text: The temperature area in installation &2 is missing for weighting key &1

What causes this issue?

No temperature area is assigned to installation &V2& at time &V3&.

System Response

This can lead to problems in the statistics; therefore, processing is
terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a temperature area in <DS:TRAN.ES31>installation</> &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

It the problem persists, contact SAP. Include the following data in
your message:
In <DS:DE.CSNO>schema step during billing</> &V4& one of the objects
processed is weighting key
&V1&; however, this key uses a degree day weighting procedure. You find
this number in the <DS:TRAN.EA22>billing document display</> on the
tabstrip <LS>Single lines</> -> <LS>Int. billing data</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ598 - The temperature area in installation &2 is missing for weighting key &1 ?

  The SAP error message AJ598 indicates that there is a missing temperature area in the installation for a specific weighting key. This error typically arises in the context of handling temperature-sensitive materials, particularly in industries like chemicals or pharmaceuticals where temperature control is crucial for product quality.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The temperature area for the specified installation is not defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration during the setup of the material or installation.
  Incorrect Weighting Key: The weighting key specified may not be correctly linked to the temperature area in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the material or installation, leading to the absence of the required temperature area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the installation and ensure that the temperature area is defined for the specified weighting key.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under the relevant module (e.g., Logistics, Material Management).
  
  
  
  Define Temperature Area:
  
  If the temperature area is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings where you define the characteristics of the installation and its associated temperature areas.
  
  
  
  Verify Weighting Key:
  
  Ensure that the weighting key you are using is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate temperature area. You may need to check the master data for the material or installation.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly. This may involve checking the material master, installation data, and any related configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling temperature areas and weighting keys in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.