How To Fix KJ298 - In joint production, WIP must be calculated at actual costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 298

• Message text: In joint production, WIP must be calculated at actual costs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ298 - In joint production, WIP must be calculated at actual costs ?

  The SAP error message KJ298, which states "In joint production, WIP must be calculated at actual costs," typically occurs in the context of joint production processes where Work in Progress (WIP) needs to be evaluated based on actual costs rather than standard costs. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with joint production and the associated cost accounting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Costing Type Configuration: The error often indicates that the system is configured to use standard costing for WIP calculation in a joint production scenario, but the actual costing method is required.
  WIP Calculation Settings: The settings for WIP calculation in the controlling area or the specific production order may not be aligned with the requirements for joint production.
  Production Order Settings: The production order may not be set up correctly to handle joint production, leading to discrepancies in how costs are calculated.
  Cost Object Settings: The cost object (e.g., production order, process order)