How To Fix KJ258 - Use collective processing for results analysis type S

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Use collective processing for results analysis type S

What causes this issue?

With results analysis type S (WIP for target costs), only collective
processing is allowed.

System Response

The system cannot carry out individual processing.

How to fix this error?

Use collective processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ258 - Use collective processing for results analysis type S ?

  The SAP error message KJ258, which states "Use collective processing for results analysis type S," typically occurs in the context of results analysis (RA) in SAP Controlling (CO). This error indicates that the system is expecting you to use collective processing for a specific type of results analysis, which is often related to projects or internal orders.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to perform results analysis for a project or internal order that is set up to require collective processing, but you are trying to process it individually. This is common when:
  
  The results analysis type is configured to require collective processing.
  You are trying to execute results analysis for multiple objects that should be processed together.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Collective Processing:
  
  Instead of processing the results analysis for individual projects or orders, use the collective processing transaction. In SAP, this is typically done using transaction code KKAO (Collective Processing of Results Analysis).
  In the collective processing screen, you can select multiple projects or orders and execute the results analysis for all of them at once.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you believe that the results analysis should not require collective processing, check the configuration settings for the results analysis type in the SAP system. This can be done in the configuration settings under:
  
  Controlling (CO) > Results Analysis > Results Analysis > Define Results Analysis Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to results analysis to understand the specific requirements and configurations for the results analysis types you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KKAO: Collective Processing of Results Analysis
  KKA1: Results Analysis for Individual Objects
  
  
  Results Analysis Types:
  
  Results analysis types define how costs and revenues are recognized for projects and internal orders. They can be configured to require collective processing based on business needs.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to results analysis processing.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KJ258 error and successfully perform results analysis in SAP.