How To Fix KA231 - Order &1 is not an accrual order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Order &1 is not an accrual order

What causes this issue?

You are maintaining credits for calculation of imputed costs for cost
centers. Order &V1&, which was entered for the credit, is not an
imputed costs order.
Order &V1& is of order type &V2&; imputed costs orders are type &V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your entry and enter an imputed costs order, if applicable. If
you are not using orders of type &V3&, you may also carry out imputed
costs analysis for internal orders.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA231 - Order &1 is not an accrual order ?

  The SAP error message KA231, which states "Order &1 is not an accrual order," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that is only applicable to accrual orders, but the specified order is not set up as an accrual order in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type: The order you are trying to process is not configured as an accrual order. Accrual orders are used for specific types of accounting and financial reporting, and not all order types support accrual accounting.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not have been set up correctly in the system, or the necessary settings for accrual accounting may not be activated.
  Incorrect Transaction: You may be using a transaction that is intended for accrual orders on a standard order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type: Verify the type of order you are working with. You can do this by checking the order details in the SAP system. Ensure that it is indeed an accrual order.
  Review Configuration: If the order should be an accrual order, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This can be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path for controlling and order management.
  Ensure that the order type is set up to allow accrual accounting.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction: If you are using a transaction that is meant for accrual orders, ensure that you are applying it to the correct order type. If the order is not meant to be an accrual order, you may need to use a different transaction or process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the order types and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Accrual Accounting: This is a method of accounting where revenue and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when cash is actually received or paid.
  Order Management: Understanding the different types of orders in SAP (e.g., production orders, maintenance orders, etc.) and their respective configurations is crucial for effective order processing.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.