How To Fix KE/AD312 - Only one form of profitability analysis is permitted per distribution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE/AD -

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Only one form of profitability analysis is permitted per distribution

What causes this issue?

A distribution can only be defined for one type of profitability
analysis. However, the current distribution contains segments that refer
to both types of profitability analysis.

System Response

It is not possible to execute this distribution.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE/AD312 - Only one form of profitability analysis is permitted per distribution ?

  The SAP error message KE/AD312 "Only one form of profitability analysis is permitted per distribution" typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when there is an attempt to post or distribute costs or revenues using multiple forms of profitability analysis simultaneously. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the distribution of costs or when trying to execute certain reports.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Profitability Analysis Types: The error arises when the system detects that there are multiple forms of profitability analysis (e.g., account-based and costing-based) being used in a single transaction or distribution process.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for the combination of different types of profitability analysis.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as different characteristics or value fields being used across different profitability analysis types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for Profitability Analysis. Ensure that the settings allow for the intended type of analysis and that only one form is being used for the distribution.
  
  Navigate to SPRO > Controlling > Profitability Analysis > Account-Based CO-PA > Settings for Account-Based CO-PA and verify the settings.
  Ensure that the settings for costing-based CO-PA are also reviewed if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the transaction data that is being processed. Ensure that it is consistent and that only one form of profitability analysis is being used.
  
  Look for any inconsistencies in the characteristics or value fields that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Use a Single Form of Analysis: If you are trying to post or distribute costs/revenues, ensure that you are using either account-based or costing-based CO-PA, but not both at the same time.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on the specific configuration and usage of profitability analysis.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the desired profitability analysis is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (Report for Profitability Analysis) and KE4S (Distribution of Costs) to better understand where the error may be occurring.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE/AD312 error and implement a solution to resolve it.