How To Fix KJ196 - Customizing assignment to cost element screen &: valid from & to great

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Customizing assignment to cost element screen &: valid from & to great

What causes this issue?

The Valid From period in Customizing of the assignment of Results
Analysis measured by the results analysis period must not be too far in
the future. The reason for this limitation is the runtime.

System Response

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?

In Customizing, change the Valid From period for the assignment.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ196 - Customizing assignment to cost element screen &: valid from & to great ?

  The SAP error message KJ196 indicates that there is an issue with the customizing assignment to the cost element in the Controlling (CO) module. Specifically, the error message states that the "valid from" date is greater than the "valid to" date, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The "valid from" date for a cost element assignment is set to a date that is later than the "valid to" date. This creates an inconsistency in the date range for the assignment.
  Data Entry Error: During the configuration or maintenance of cost elements, incorrect dates may have been entered inadvertently.
  System Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it is possible that the date ranges were not properly validated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KJ196 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Cost Element Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (or the relevant transaction for cost element assignment).
  Review the entries for the cost element in question and check the "valid from" and "valid to" dates.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the "valid from" date is indeed greater than the "valid to" date, correct the dates to ensure that the "valid from" date is earlier than or equal to the "valid to" date.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Validate Other Assignments:
  
  Check other cost elements and their assignments to ensure that there are no similar issues with date ranges.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the corrections, test the relevant transactions to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct date ranges, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on the appropriate settings for cost element assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKB9: Customizing assignment to cost element
  KSB1: Display actual line items for cost centers
  KOB1: Display actual line items for orders
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address similar issues or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost element assignments in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Controlling module.