How To Fix KJ384 - Qty-based RA with internal order or project: use profit basis C

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Qty-based RA with internal order or project: use profit basis C

What causes this issue?

You selected results analysis type <ZH>M</> (quantity-based) for
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</> of an
<DS:GLOS.internal_order>internal order</> or
<DS:GLOS.project>project</>. You selected a profit basis that can only
be used with sales orders.

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 to the valuation method in Customizing and choose profit basis
<ZH>C</> (costs and revenues on basis of cost element planning data).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ384 - Qty-based RA with internal order or project: use profit basis C ?

  The SAP error message KJ384 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the revenue recognition process for a quantity-based revenue arrangement (RA) that is associated with an internal order or project. Specifically, the message suggests that the system is expecting a profit basis C to be used, which is typically related to how revenue is recognized based on the costs incurred.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The error often arises due to incorrect configuration settings in the revenue recognition process. The system may not be set up to handle quantity-based revenue arrangements correctly for internal orders or projects.
  Profit Basis Not Defined: The profit basis C (which usually refers to a specific method of revenue recognition) may not be defined or activated in the system for the relevant internal order or project.
  Incompatibility: The combination of the internal order or project with the quantity-based revenue arrangement may not be compatible with the current settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for revenue recognition in the SAP system. Ensure that the profit basis C is correctly defined and activated for the relevant internal order or project.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for revenue recognition in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Check the settings under "Controlling" -> "Profitability Analysis" -> "Revenue Recognition" to ensure that the profit basis C is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Profit Basis: If profit basis C is not appropriate for your scenario, consider adjusting the profit basis to one that is compatible with your internal order or project.
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP functional consultant or team to determine the best profit basis to use.
  
  
  
  Review Internal Order/Project Settings: Ensure that the internal order or project is set up correctly to handle quantity-based revenue arrangements. Check the settings related to revenue recognition and ensure they align with the requirements of your business process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on revenue recognition and profit basis settings. This can provide insights into best practices and common configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that revenue recognition works as expected for the internal order or project.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on revenue recognition processes in SAP to better understand the configurations and settings involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KJ384 error and ensure that your revenue recognition processes are functioning correctly.