How To Fix KJ277 - RA period &1 is less than or equal to RA period &2 of RA version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 277

• Message text: RA period &1 is less than or equal to RA period &2 of RA version &3

What causes this issue?

You entered a results analysis period that is less than or equal to the
<DS:GLOS.cutoff_period>cutoff period</> of
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</> &v3&.

System Response

Results analysis version &v3& will be ignored.

How to fix this error?

If you want to include results analysis version &v3&, enter a period
that is after cutoff period &v2&, or change the cutoff period of
results analysis version &v3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ277 - RA period &1 is less than or equal to RA period &2 of RA version &3 ?

  The SAP error message KJ277 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of periods in a Resource Assignment (RA) version. Specifically, the error states that the RA period you are trying to use is less than or equal to another RA period, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Period Assignment: You are trying to assign a resource to a period that is not valid because it overlaps or is not sequentially correct with respect to another period in the same RA version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the RA version settings that does not allow for the intended period assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: The periods being entered may have been incorrectly specified, leading to a logical inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KJ277 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Periods: Review the periods you are trying to assign. Ensure that the period you are working with is greater than the period it is being compared to. For example, if you are trying to assign period 2, ensure that it is greater than period 1.
  
  
  Review RA Version Settings: Go to the configuration of the RA version (transaction code: KJ01 or KJ02) and check the settings. Ensure that the periods are defined correctly and that there are no overlaps or gaps that could cause this error.
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry: If you are entering data manually, double-check the values you are inputting. Make sure that the periods are entered in the correct order and that they do not violate the constraints of the RA version.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to manage Resource Assignment periods and versions.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KJ01 (Create RA Version), KJ02 (Change RA Version), and KJ03 (Display RA Version).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KJ277 error and implement a solution to resolve it.