Message type: E = Error
Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production
Message number: 172
Message text: Use valuation basis &1 only for WBS elements
A valuation basis which uses current costs can only be used with WBS
elements.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Select a different valuation basis in the valuation method.
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KJ172
- Use valuation basis &1 only for WBS elements ?The SAP error message KJ172 ("Use valuation basis &1 only for WBS elements") typically occurs in the context of project system (PS) or controlling (CO) modules when there is an attempt to use a valuation basis that is not appropriate for the context in which it is being applied. This error is specifically related to the use of valuation bases that are intended for Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements but are being applied to other types of cost objects, such as internal orders or cost centers.
Cause: The error is triggered when: A valuation basis that is designated for WBS elements is being used for a different type of cost object (e.g., internal orders, cost centers). There may be a configuration issue where the valuation basis is incorrectly assigned or used in the wrong context. The system is trying to post costs or revenues to a cost object that does not support the specified valuation
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