How To Fix KJ280 - Order without revenue: Only RA types F and Z permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Order without revenue: Only RA types F and Z permitted

What causes this issue?

The order type of the order on which you are attempting to perform
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</> does not allow revenue
posting.
In the <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</>,
you specified that <DS:GLOS.work_in_process>work in process</> for this
order is calculated separately instead of through results analysis for
the sales order item or <DS:GLOS.WBS_element>WBS element</>. This means
that the work in process will be calculated through the
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis_key>results analysis key</> in the order
until the order has the status DLV (<LS>delivered</>) or TECO (
<LS>technically completed</>). Once the order has one of these
statuses, the actual costs for the order are included in results
analysis for the higher-level sales order or WBS element.

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?

Enter a results analysis key in the order that is suitable for
calculating work in process. To do this, choose a results analysis key
for which a valuation method with results analysis type <LS>F</>
(calculate work in process) or <LS>Z</> (cancel work in process) is
defined.
If no results analysis key has been defined for
<DS:GLOS.WIP_calculation>WIP calculation</>, you must go into
Customizing and change the valuation method of the results analysis key
accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ280 - Order without revenue: Only RA types F and Z permitted ?

  The SAP error message KJ280 ("Order without revenue: Only RA types F and Z permitted") typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition in SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders or projects that do not have any revenue associated with them. This error indicates that the system is trying to process an order that does not generate revenue, and it is restricted to certain revenue accounting (RA) types.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type: The order type being used is not configured to allow for revenue recognition. In SAP, only certain RA types (F and Z) are permitted for orders without revenue.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the order type or the revenue recognition settings may not be set up correctly.
  Missing Revenue: The order in question may not have any associated revenue, which is a requirement for certain RA types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type: Verify the order type being used. Ensure that it is set up correctly in the system and that it is intended for use with orders that do not generate revenue.
  Review RA Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the revenue accounting types in the system. Ensure that the RA types F and Z are correctly defined and that they are appropriate for the order type being processed.
  Add Revenue: If applicable, consider adding revenue to the order if it is supposed to generate revenue. This may involve creating billing documents or sales orders that link to the internal order.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific configuration settings for your organization’s SAP environment.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items) or KSV5 (Display Order) to analyze the order and its associated data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Customization: If your organization has customized the SAP system, consult with your SAP functional team to ensure that the customizations align with standard practices for revenue recognition.
  Training: Ensure that users involved in creating and managing orders are trained on the implications of revenue recognition and the types of orders that can be created in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KJ280 error and implement a solution to resolve it.