How To Fix K8023 - Revenue type & can only be planned activity-independant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Revenue type & can only be planned activity-independant

What causes this issue?

In planning, you inserted a new row that contains both an activity type
and a cost element.
Cost element &V1& is a revenue. Revenues, however, can only be planned
as activity-independent.

System Response

The entry is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Remove either the activity type or the revenue type from the row.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8023 - Revenue type & can only be planned activity-independant ?

  The SAP error message K8023, which states "Revenue type & can only be planned activity-independent," typically occurs in the context of planning in SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to plan revenues for a revenue type that is designated as activity-independent. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Revenue Type Configuration: The revenue type you are trying to use is configured in the system as an activity-independent revenue type. This means it is not intended to be planned in conjunction with activities or cost centers that are activity-dependent.
  Planning Context: You may be attempting to plan revenues in a context (like a cost center or internal order) that is not compatible with the revenue type's configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Revenue Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for revenue types in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ).
  Verify that the revenue type you are using is indeed set as activity-independent. If you need it to be activity-dependent, you may need to change its configuration, but this should be done with caution and typically requires a thorough understanding of the implications.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Planning Method:
  
  If the revenue type is correctly configured as activity-independent, ensure that you are using the correct planning method that aligns with this type. For example, you should be using planning transactions that are designed for activity-independent planning.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Layout:
  
  Check the planning layout you are using to ensure it is set up correctly for the type of planning you are attempting to perform. You may need to adjust the layout to accommodate the revenue type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific requirements and limitations of the revenue type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on revenue type planning.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP Controlling and revenue planning to better understand the concepts and configurations involved.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the K8023 error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP.