How To Fix KJ276 - No WIP at target costs could be calculated

KJ276 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 276

• Message text: No WIP at target costs could be calculated

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_key>results analysis
key</> in the order that is linked to a valuation method according to
which the <DS:GLOS.3526B774AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>work in process</>
is valuated at <DS:GLOS.3526B75FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>target cost</>
for the operations that have already been performed.
To valuate the work in process at target cost, the system must
determine the target cost for the operations at which a confirmation
was entered.

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?

Investigate the causes of the errors in target cost calculation. For
example, the cause may be that the confirmations were made at the order
header level rather than at operation level.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ276 - No WIP at target costs could be calculated ?

  The SAP error message KJ276, which states "No WIP at target costs could be calculated," typically occurs in the context of Work in Progress (WIP) calculations in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with product costing and internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the WIP based on the target costs for a particular order or project.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Target Costs: The target costs for the production order or internal order may not be defined or may be incorrectly set up.
  Incorrect Order Status: The order may not be in a status that allows for WIP calculation (e.g., it may be closed or settled).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data related to the order, such as missing or incorrect cost elements.
  Period Closing Issues: If the period is closed or if there are issues with the period-end closing process, WIP calculations may