How To Fix KJ337 - Results analysis with profit basis & not possible on sales order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 337

• Message text: Results analysis with profit basis & not possible on sales order

What causes this issue?

For a sales order item, the planned costs that are used as a basis for
calculating the profit can be calculated in the following ways:
Using the <DS:GLOS.standard_cost_estimate>standard cost estimate</> for
the material
Using the standard price for the material
Using the <DS:GLOS.sales_order_costing>sales order cost estimate</>
(cost element planning)
Using the planned values of the object (sales order cost estimate) and
the dependent objects (such as the preliminary cost estimate for the
production order)
For logistical orders (such as production orders) and projects, the
planned costs are determined in <DS:GLOS.cost_element_planning>cost
element planning</> or in a <DS:GLOS.unit_costing>unit cost
estimate</>.
To perform <DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</> for a sales
order item, you must select a profit basis that corresponds to your
planning method.

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 and change the profit basis in the valuation method
accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ337 - Results analysis with profit basis & not possible on sales order ?

  The SAP error message KJ337 indicates that results analysis cannot be performed on a sales order because the profit basis is not set up correctly or is not applicable for the specific sales order. This error typically arises in the context of controlling and financial reporting within SAP, particularly when dealing with results analysis (RA) for projects or sales orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profit Basis: The sales order may not have a profit basis defined. The profit basis is essential for determining how results analysis should be calculated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for results analysis in the controlling area or sales order may not be set up correctly.
  Sales Order Type: The sales order type may not be configured to allow results analysis.
  Status of Sales Order: The sales order may be in a status that does not permit results analysis (e.g., it may be closed or not fully delivered).
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Related master data (like cost elements, profit centers, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profit Basis Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and ensure that the profit basis is defined for the sales order type you are working with.
  Ensure that the profit basis is correctly assigned to the sales order.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order Settings:
  
  Check the sales order in question to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Verify that the sales order type allows for results analysis.
  
  
  
  Check Status of Sales Order:
  
  Ensure that the sales order is in an appropriate status for results analysis. If it is closed or not fully delivered, you may need to adjust its status.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the relevant master data (cost elements, profit centers, etc.) to ensure they are correctly configured and linked to the sales order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on results analysis and profit basis configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to run the results analysis again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KKAO (Results Analysis) to analyze results or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the sales order details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform results analysis on the sales order.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling and financial processes within SAP.