How To Fix KJ188 - Maintain cost element for planned revenue of valuation

KJ188 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Maintain cost element for planned revenue of valuation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ188 - Maintain cost element for planned revenue of valuation ?

  The SAP error message KJ188, "Maintain cost element for planned revenue of valuation," typically occurs in the context of controlling and financial planning within SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration related to cost elements for planned revenue in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The cost element for planned revenue has not been defined in the system for the specific valuation area or controlling area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the cost element or the revenue planning may not be set up correctly.
  Valuation Type: The valuation type for the planned revenue might not be properly assigned or configured.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KJ188 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element).
  Verify if the cost element for planned revenue is created and active.
  Ensure that the cost