How To Fix KJ391 - Use profit indicator "R" only with results analysis type "E"

KJ391 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 391

• Message text: Use profit indicator "R" only with results analysis type "E"

What causes this issue?

Profit indicator <ZH>R</> (results analysis using the
<DS:GLOS.POC_method>POC method</> with profit realization according to
revenue planning) can only be used with results analysis type <ZH>E</>
(revenue-based).

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 indicator in the valuation
method accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ391 - Use profit indicator "R" only with results analysis type "E" ?

  The SAP error message KJ391, which states "Use profit indicator 'R' only with results analysis type 'E'," typically occurs in the context of results analysis in SAP Controlling (CO). This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the profit indicator being used and the results analysis type defined for a particular transaction or configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Profit Indicator Misconfiguration: The profit indicator "R" is specifically designed to be used with results analysis type "E" (which usually refers to "Results Analysis for Projects"). If you attempt to use profit indicator "R" with a different results analysis type, SAP will throw this error.
  Incorrect Settings in Master Data: The configuration settings in the master data (like the project definition or WBS element) may not align with the expected settings for the profit indicator and results analysis type.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction or posting you are trying to execute may not be compatible with the profit