How To Fix KJ363 - Production order has status DLV/TECO: Set "cancel WIP"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 363

• Message text: Production order has status DLV/TECO: Set "cancel WIP"

What causes this issue?

The production order has either the status DLV (Delivered) or TECO
(Technically completed). <DS:GLOS.work_in_process>Work in process</>
may have been calculated for this order in a previous period and
transferred to Financial Accounting during settlement.
The work in process must be canceled with status DLV or TECO. The
setting in Customizing for <DS:GLOS.WIP_calculation>WIP calculation</>
must specify that WIP is canceled when the order has one of these
statuses.

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?

Change the Customizing settings for WIP calculation such that work in
process is canceled at the status DLV and the status TECO.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ363 - Production order has status DLV/TECO: Set "cancel WIP" ?

  The SAP error message KJ363 indicates that a production order has a status of either DLV (Delivered) or TECO (Technically Completed), and it is suggesting that you need to set the "cancel WIP" (Work in Progress) indicator. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform certain actions on a production order that is no longer in an active state.
  Cause:
  
  Order Status: The production order is either delivered (DLV) or technically completed (TECO), which means that it is not in a state where you can perform further transactions that affect WIP.
  WIP Calculation: The system is trying to calculate WIP for an order that is already completed or delivered, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the production order. If it is indeed in DLV or TECO status, you will need to take appropriate actions based on your business process.
  
  
  Cancel WIP: If you need to cancel the WIP for this order, you can do so by:
  
  Navigating to the production order in SAP.
  Go to the "Order" menu and look for the option to "Cancel WIP" or "Set Cancel WIP".
  Confirm the action.
  
  
  
  Reopen Order (if necessary): If you need to make changes to the order, you may need to reopen it. This can typically be done if the order is in TECO status, but it may not be possible if it is in DLV status. Consult with your SAP administrator or follow your organization's procedures for reopening orders.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of canceling WIP or reopening an order, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Order Types: Understand the different statuses of production orders (e.g., DLV, TECO) and what actions are permissible for each status.
  WIP Accounting: Familiarize yourself with how WIP is calculated and the impact of canceling WIP on financial reporting and inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KJ363 error and proceed with your production order management in SAP.