How To Fix KJ271 - Product cost collector & (material & plant & ProdVersion &) processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Product cost collector & (material & plant & ProdVersion &) processed

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.work_in_process>Work in process</> was successfully calculated
for <DS:GLOS.product_cost_collector>product cost collector</> &V1& or
production version &V4& of material &V2& in plant &V3&.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ271 - Product cost collector & (material & plant & ProdVersion &) processed ?

  The SAP error message KJ271 indicates that a product cost collector has been processed for a specific combination of material, plant, and production version. This typically occurs in the context of product costing and can arise during various processes, such as when trying to reprocess or change data related to a product cost collector that has already been finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Product Cost Collector Already Processed: The primary cause of this error is that the product cost collector for the specified material, plant, and production version has already been processed. This means that the costing run has been completed, and the data is locked for further changes.
  Costing Lock: The system may have a lock on the costing data to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Attempting to process a cost collector that does not exist or has been incorrectly specified can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the product cost collector. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CK11N for cost estimate) and checking if the cost collector is indeed processed.
  Reprocess if Necessary: If you need to make changes, you may need to reverse the previous costing run. This can be done using transaction CKR1 (for reversing a cost estimate) or similar transactions, depending on your specific requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the product cost collector to understand the implications of reversing or reprocessing.
  Use Transaction CK40N: If you need to create a new cost estimate, you can use transaction CK40N to create a new cost estimate for the product cost collector.
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no locks on the costing data that could prevent processing. You can check for locks using transaction SM12.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of reversing or changing a processed cost collector, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with accounting practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), CKR1 (Reverse Cost Estimate), and CK24 (Display Cost Estimate).
  Costing Variants: Understand the costing variants and their configurations, as they can affect how cost collectors are processed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to product costing and cost collectors for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KJ271 error and understand the implications of processing product cost collectors in SAP.