How To Fix KJ206 - Create valuation method in CO area & version & RA key &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Create valuation method in CO area & version & RA key &

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to perform
<DS:GLOS.3526B772AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>WIP calculation</> or
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</> using
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</> &V2& and
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis_key>results analysis key</> &v3& in
<DS:GLOS.controlling_area>controlling area</> &V1&. However, there is
no definition in Customizing of how results analysis is to valuate the
order or <DS:GLOS.3526B014AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>project</>. To do
this you must create a valuation method.

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?

Create valuation methods in Customizing for the following:
Controlling area &V1&
Results analysis version &V2&
Results analysis key &V3&
For WIP calculation for product cost collectors, go into Customizing
for Product Cost by Period.
For WIP calculation with production orders and process orders, go into
Customizing for Product Cost by Order.
For results analysis of sales order items, go into Customizing for
Product Cost by Sales Order.
For results analysis with projects, go into Customizing for the Project
System.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ206 - Create valuation method in CO area & version & RA key & ?

  The SAP error message KJ206 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation method in the Controlling (CO) area. Specifically, it suggests that a valuation method needs to be created for a specific CO area, version, and RA (Result Analysis) key. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a valuation method that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Method: The primary cause of this error is that the valuation method for the specified CO area and version has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the Controlling module, particularly related to Result Analysis.
  Data Entry Error: The error could also arise from incorrect data entry or selection of parameters in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KJ206 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Create Valuation Method:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Controlling (CO) > Result Analysis > Valuation > Define Valuation Methods.
  Here, you can create a new valuation method for the specific CO area and version. Make sure to enter the necessary details, including the RA key.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Valuation Methods:
  
  Before creating a new valuation method, check if there are existing valuation methods that can be used. You can do this in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for Result Analysis is correctly set up. This includes checking the settings for the CO area and ensuring that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on how to set up valuation methods and the implications of different settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OKB9 (for defining valuation methods) or KKAO (for result analysis) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify valuation methods in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KJ206 error and successfully create the required valuation method in your SAP system.