How To Fix C2398 - Result Analysis Key &1 is for Event-Based Posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Result Analysis Key &1 is for Event-Based Posting

What causes this issue?

For order &V2& event-based posting is not activated, but in the result
analysis key &V1& event-based posting is enabled.

System Response

This result analysis key is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Change the result analysis key.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2398 - Result Analysis Key &1 is for Event-Based Posting ?

  The SAP error message C2398, which states "Result Analysis Key &1 is for Event-Based Posting," typically occurs in the context of result analysis in SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to post or process a transaction that is not compatible with the specified result analysis key.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are using a result analysis key that is configured for event-based result analysis, but the transaction you are trying to process is not set up to handle event-based postings.
  The configuration of the result analysis key does not match the type of posting you are attempting to perform (e.g., it may be set for a specific type of cost object or project).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Result Analysis Key:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the result analysis key in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in the SAP menu (usually under Controlling -> Result Analysis).
  Verify that the result analysis key is indeed set up for event-based postings.
  
  
  
  Review the Transaction:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to post is compatible with the event-based result analysis. If it is not, you may need to use a different result analysis key that is appropriate for the type of posting you are performing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration of the result analysis key to allow for the type of posting you are trying to perform. This may involve changing settings related to the cost object or project type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to result analysis and event-based postings to ensure you understand the requirements and limitations of the configuration.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Event-Based Result Analysis: This method is used in project controlling to recognize costs and revenues based on actual events (e.g., completion of a project phase).
  Result Analysis Keys: These are used to determine how costs and revenues are analyzed and reported in SAP. They can be configured for different types of postings, including event-based and planned postings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KKAO (for result analysis key configuration) and KKS1 (for result analysis execution) to help navigate the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.