How To Fix KJ165 - Choose RA period &1 >= starting period &2 from customer enhancement 7

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Choose RA period &1 >= starting period &2 from customer enhancement 7

What causes this issue?

You are using customer enhancement 7 in results analysis. Period &V2&
was specified in the enhancement as the start of processing. The
results analysis period must therefore be equal to or later than this
period.

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?

Specify a later results analysis period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ165 - Choose RA period &1 >= starting period &2 from customer enhancement 7 ?

  The SAP error message KJ165, which states "Choose RA period &1 >= starting period &2 from customer enhancement 7," typically occurs in the context of Revenue Accounting (RA) when there is an issue with the selected periods for revenue recognition.
  Cause:
  This error generally arises when the user attempts to select a revenue accounting period that is earlier than the starting period defined in the system. The starting period is usually set based on the configuration of the revenue recognition process, and it ensures that revenue is recognized in accordance with the accounting standards and business rules.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Selected Period: Ensure that the period you are trying to select (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not earlier than the starting period (denoted as &2). You may need to adjust your selection to a valid period.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the revenue accounting periods. This can usually be found in the customizing settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Revenue Accounting and Reporting ? Define Revenue Accounting Periods.
  Ensure that the starting period is correctly set according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation related to the customer enhancement that is mentioned in the error message. There may be specific rules or configurations that need to be adhered to.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the periods you are trying to select. Sometimes, restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Revenue Accounting, such as:
  
  FARR (for Revenue Accounting and Reporting)
  KOB1 (for displaying actual line items)
  
  
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to Revenue Accounting in SAP, consider reviewing training materials or documentation to better understand the processes and configurations involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.