How To Fix KJ307 - Create a cost element for the usage of inventory (line ID &)

KJ307 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Create a cost element for the usage of inventory (line ID &)

What causes this issue?

In <DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</>,
<GL:capitalized_costs>capitalized costs</> are created and apportioned
to the <GL:line_ID>line IDs</>. If the <LS>Split creation/usage</>
indicator is set in the extended control of the
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</>, then the
usage of the capitalized costs is written under a separate results
analysis cost element for each line ID.

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?

Go into Customizing for Product Cost Controlling and carry out the
following steps:
Create a cost element for the capitalized costs used for line ID &v1&.
Enter this cost element under <LS>Define Update for Results
Analysis</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ307 - Create a cost element for the usage of inventory (line ID &) ?

  The SAP error message KJ307 indicates that there is an issue with the creation of a cost element for the usage of inventory in the context of controlling (CO) and materials management (MM). This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid cost element for the inventory usage transaction you are trying to process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The primary cause of this error is that there is no cost element defined for the specific inventory usage you are trying to post. Cost elements are necessary for tracking costs in the controlling module.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the cost element or the related account assignment may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the materials or the cost center may not be properly maintained, leading to the inability to derive a cost element.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be linked