How To Fix KJ361 - Only profit indicator 'K' allows manual entry of the cost of sales

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Only profit indicator 'K' allows manual entry of the cost of sales

What causes this issue?

You can only define the costs of sales manually under the following
conditions:
the results analysis type must be <ZH>E</> (revenue-based results
analysis)
the profit indicator must be <ZH>K</> (enter cost of sales)

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 define the appropriate valuation method.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ361 - Only profit indicator 'K' allows manual entry of the cost of sales ?

  The SAP error message KJ361, which states "Only profit indicator 'K' allows manual entry of the cost of sales," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to manually enter or adjust the cost of sales for a profit segment that does not allow such entries.
  Cause:
  
  Profit Indicator: The error is primarily caused by the profit indicator being set to a value other than 'K' (which stands for "cost of sales"). In SAP CO-PA, only profit segments with the profit indicator 'K' allow for manual entries of cost of sales.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration of the profit segment may not permit manual adjustments, or the profit indicator may not be correctly assigned to the relevant profit segment.
  Data Entry: Attempting to enter cost of sales data for a profit segment that is not configured to accept manual entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Profit Indicator: Verify the profit indicator assigned to the profit segment you are working with. Ensure that it is set to 'K' if you need to manually enter cost of sales.
  Review Configuration: If the profit indicator is not 'K', you may need to review the configuration settings in the CO-PA module. This may involve:
  
  Accessing the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigating to the relevant settings for Profitability Analysis and checking the profit segment definitions.
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry: If the profit segment is correctly configured but still does not allow manual entry, consider using the appropriate transaction or method to enter cost of sales data that aligns with the system's requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific profit indicators and their implications for manual data entry.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Profitability Analysis (CO-PA): This module in SAP is used for analyzing the profitability of various segments of a business, such as products, customers, or regions.
  Profit Indicators: These are classifications used in CO-PA to determine how costs and revenues are treated. Common indicators include 'K' for cost of sales, 'P' for profit, and others.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can also reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KJ361 error and successfully manage your cost of sales entries in SAP.