How To Fix KJ218 - Inventory cannot be apportioned to the line IDs

KJ218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Inventory cannot be apportioned to the line IDs

What causes this issue?

Results analysis calculates the <GL:capitalized_costs>capitalized costs
</>. However, this figure cannot be apportioned to the line IDs because
the method of apportionment specified in the valuation method is not
applicable to valuation at totals level.

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?

Check the object to be processed. Change the planned values if
necessary.
Go into Customizing and check the entries in the valuation method. If
necessary, go into Expert Mode and choose a different method of
apportionment, or turn on the indicator <DS:DE.EINZL_POST>Other
apportionment</>. You can only make this setting in Customizing for
results analysis, even if you want to calculate
<DS:GLOS.3526B774AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>work in process</> in
<DS:GLOS.3526B6E8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Product Cost by Order or
Period</>. If you turn on <LS>Other apportionment</>, the system
automatically switches to method of apportionment <ZH>Z</> if the
method of apportionment originally chosen is not applicable. Method of
apportionment Z means apportionment by the key figures in the Update.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ218 - Inventory cannot be apportioned to the line IDs ?

  The SAP error message KJ218, which states "Inventory cannot be apportioned to the line IDs," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and cost allocation processes. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a transaction that involves inventory valuation, cost distribution, or when trying to apportion inventory to specific line items in a document.
  Causes:
  
  Line Item Mismatch: The line items in the document may not match the inventory items that are being apportioned. This can happen if there are discrepancies in the item numbers, quantities, or other relevant details.
  Incomplete Data: Required data for the line items may be missing or incomplete, preventing the system from performing the necessary calculations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the inventory management or cost accounting settings in SAP, leading to problems in how inventory is apportioned.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that