How To Fix KJ327 - Method of apportionment not suitable for creation/usage split

KJ327 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Method of apportionment not suitable for creation/usage split

What causes this issue?

The method you are attempting to use to apportion
<DS:GLOS.capitalized_costs>capitalized costs</> to the
<DS:GLOS.line_ID>line IDs</> does not separate capitalized costs into
creation and usage.
However, the setting of the <LS>Split creation/usage</> indicator in
the <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</>
specifies that creation and usage are to be updated separately.

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 in the valuation method and choose a different
method of apportionment for capitalized costs, or turn off the
<LS>Split creation/usage</> indicator in the results analysis version.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ327 - Method of apportionment not suitable for creation/usage split ?

  The SAP error message KJ327, which states "Method of apportionment not suitable for creation/usage split," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or projects that involve the allocation of costs based on certain methods of apportionment.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the method of apportionment defined for a particular cost object (like an internal order or cost center) is not compatible with the creation/usage split that is being attempted. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Apportionment Method: The method of apportionment selected does not support the type of split you are trying to perform. For example, some methods may only allow for direct allocation rather than a split between creation and usage.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific cost object may not be set up correctly to handle the desired apportionment method.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be