How To Fix KJ229 - Balance of closed periods + value of creation of open periods = 0, (&,&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Balance of closed periods + value of creation of open periods = 0, (&,&)

What causes this issue?

With this method of apportionment, the balance of the closed period's
creation and usage plus the open period's creation for each
<GL:line_ID>line ID</> serves as an <GL:equivalence_number>equivalence
number</> for apportioning a value of the open period to the line IDs.
The selected method of apportionment cannot be used because the sum of
the equivalence numbers is zero.
The pair (&V1&,&V2&) means (line ID category, results analysis form).
The line ID categories are:
K = costs
P = costs of commissions and complaints
The results analysis forms are:
B = work in process
R = reserves for unrealized costs
P = reserves for commissions and complaints

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?

When you press ENTER, the system will attempt to select another method
of apportionment. The search will use the following sequence:
Apportionment numbers (based on the apportionment number defined under
<LS>Define Update for Results Analysis</>)
Apportionment numbers, with apportionment numbers per line ID = 1
Only the value of the open period is distributed using the changed
method.
Otherwise, you can go into Customizing in the <LS>Valuation Methods for
Results Analysis</> and choose a method of apportionment for the
selected <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</>
that apportions the values differently.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ229 - Balance of closed periods + value of creation of open periods = 0, (&,&) ?

  The SAP error message KJ229 indicates an issue related to the balance of closed periods and the value of the creation of open periods in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules. This error typically arises when there is a discrepancy in the financial data that prevents the system from processing transactions correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Periods: The error suggests that there are closed periods in which transactions should not be posted. If there are balances in these periods, it indicates that there are still entries that need to be addressed.
  Open Periods: The value of the creation of open periods should ideally balance out with the closed periods. If they do not, it can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entries or postings in the system can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the financial settings that are causing this imbalance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Closed Periods: Check the closed periods to ensure that no transactions are being posted to them. If there are any, they need to be reversed or adjusted.
  Check Open Periods: Ensure that the open periods are correctly configured and that the values being posted to them are accurate.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the financial data to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done using transaction codes like KAH3 (for CO) or FBL3N (for FI).
  Adjust Entries: If there are incorrect entries, make the necessary adjustments to ensure that the balances are correct.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or data integrity issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (for CO line item display) and FBL3N (for G/L account line item display) to analyze the data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to post entries in the relevant periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KJ229 error and implement a solution to resolve it.