How To Fix K8143 - Recipe type set to &1 (recipe reference: statistical key figure)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Recipe type set to &1 (recipe reference: statistical key figure)

What causes this issue?

You have entered recipe source type &V2&, but you have not specifed the
recipe type or left the entry as "3" (reference to activity type).

System Response

In this case it is assumed that recipe source type &V2& is a
statistical key figure. The recipe type has therefore been set to &V1&
(recipe reference to statistical key figure).

How to fix this error?

Check whether you really want to use recipe type &V1&, and overwrite
this if required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 K8143 - Recipe type set to &1 (recipe reference: statistical key figure) ?

  The SAP error message K8143 indicates that there is an issue with the recipe type being set to a statistical key figure in the context of controlling or cost accounting. This error typically arises when the system expects a valid recipe type but encounters a statistical key figure instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Recipe Type Assignment: The recipe type may have been incorrectly assigned or configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where a statistical key figure is mistakenly used instead of a valid recipe type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for recipes and statistical key figures may not be aligned properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Recipe Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for recipe types in SAP.
  Ensure that the recipe type is correctly defined and is not set to a statistical key figure.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Go back to the transaction or process where the error occurred.
  Verify that the correct recipe type is being used and that it is not mistakenly set to a statistical key figure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the correct setup of recipe types and statistical key figures.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the relevant modules (e.g., Controlling).
  Ensure that the settings for recipe types and statistical key figures are correctly defined and do not conflict.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error K8143 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in data entry and configuration are trained on the correct use of recipe types and statistical key figures to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the K8143 error and implement a solution to resolve it.