How To Fix K-840 - Determination procedure &1 is still defined for limit type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K- -

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Determination procedure &1 is still defined for limit type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K-840 - Determination procedure &1 is still defined for limit type &2 ?

  The SAP error message K-840 indicates that there is an issue with the determination procedure for a specific limit type in the Controlling (CO) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction that involves a limit type, but the determination procedure associated with that limit type is still defined, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts in the data.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The determination procedure for the specified limit type is still active or defined in the system, but it may not be correctly set up or may conflict with other settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or master data that are causing the system to throw this error.
  Obsolete Settings: The determination procedure may have been intended for use in a previous configuration or version of the system and is no longer relevant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the limit type in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path (usually found in the SPRO transaction under Controlling).
  Review the determination procedures associated with the limit type and ensure they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Modify the Procedure:
  
  If the determination procedure is no longer needed, consider deactivating it.
  If it is still required, ensure that it is correctly configured to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the limit type and ensure that it is consistent and correctly set up.
  Look for any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific limit type and determination procedure for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), KOB1 (for displaying CO documents), or KSB1 (for displaying cost center reports) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K-840 error and ensure that the determination procedure for the limit type is correctly configured.