How To Fix KJ284 - The calculated costs are too high

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 284

• Message text: The calculated costs are too high

What causes this issue?

The calculated costs are the result of the formula:
Cumulative actual revenue / planned revenue of valuation * planned costs
of valuation
The result of this formula exceeds the maximum permitted size of the
currency fields.

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?

Check the planned costs and the planned revenues of the object to be
processed. The ratio of the planned costs to the planned revenue may be
too high.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ284 - The calculated costs are too high ?

  The SAP error message KJ284, "The calculated costs are too high," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and product costing. This error indicates that the system has determined that the costs associated with a particular cost object (such as a production order, cost center, or internal order) exceed a predefined threshold or limit.
  Causes:
  
  Cost Overrun: The actual or planned costs for a production order or cost object exceed the expected or budgeted costs.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with master data, such as incorrect cost estimates, material prices, or labor rates, can lead to inflated cost calculations.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the controlling module or product costing settings may lead to erroneous cost calculations.
  Missing or Incorrect Cost Elements: If cost elements are not properly defined or linked, it can lead to miscalculations.
  High Variance: Significant variances between planned and actual costs can trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Cost Estimates: Check the cost estimates for the relevant cost object. Ensure that the estimates are accurate and reflect the current market conditions.
  Analyze Master Data: Verify the master data for materials, labor, and overhead rates. Correct any discrepancies that may lead to inflated costs.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the costing variant and valuation methods.
  Adjust Budgeting: If the costs are genuinely high due to increased material prices or labor costs, consider adjusting the budget or thresholds to accommodate these changes.
  Investigate Variances: Analyze any variances between planned and actual costs. Identify the root causes of these variances and take corrective actions as necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and its context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO03 (Display Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) to analyze and adjust cost-related data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KJ284 error and implement a solution to resolve it.