How To Fix KJ162 - WIP calculation not possible for objects of type &1: &2

KJ162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production

• Message number: 162

• Message text: WIP calculation not possible for objects of type &1: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ162 - WIP calculation not possible for objects of type &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message KJ162 indicates that a Work in Progress (WIP) calculation cannot be performed for certain objects, typically related to cost accounting or controlling. The message format includes placeholders for the object type (&1) and the object identifier (&2), which provide specific details about the object that is causing the issue.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Object Type Not Supported: The object type specified in the error message may not be configured to allow WIP calculations. This can happen if the object is not set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for WIP calculation may not be in place. This includes settings in controlling (CO) or production planning (PP) modules.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data related to the object, such as missing cost elements, incorrect status, or incomplete postings.
  
  
  Period Closing: The period for which the WIP calculation is being attempted