How To Fix KJ173 - Do not use valuation basis &1 with profit basis &2

KJ173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Do not use valuation basis &1 with profit basis &2

What causes this issue?

A valuation basis which uses current costs can only be used with profit
basis <ZH>C</>.

How to fix this error?

In the valuation method, use either a different valuation basis or a
different profit basis.
Note that a valuation basis which uses current costs can only be used
in results analysis for WBS elements.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ173 - Do not use valuation basis &1 with profit basis &2 ?

  The SAP error message KJ173, which states "Do not use valuation basis &1 with profit basis &2," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when there is a mismatch between the valuation basis and the profit basis in your configuration.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system detects that the combination of the valuation basis and profit basis being used is not valid. Each valuation basis in SAP CO-PA is designed to work with specific profit bases, and using an incompatible combination can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and analysis.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for CO-PA.
  Verify the settings for valuation basis and profit basis. Ensure that the combination you are trying to use is valid according to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the characteristics involved. Ensure that the valuation basis and