How To Fix KJ413 - Maintenance of cost of sales not released. Check entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Maintenance of cost of sales not released. Check entry

What causes this issue?

You can only enter an amount for the <GL:cost_of_sales>cost of sales</>
if the <LS>COS freely def.</> indicator is set.
If that indicator is not set, the cost of sales is calculated
automatically using the following formula:
Cost of sales = actual costs - capitalized costs/work in process +
reserves for unrealized costs

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?

Check your entry.
To enter an amount for the cost of sales that differs from the above
formula, go into Customizing and set the <LS>COS freely def.</>
indicator in the expert mode of the valuation method.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ413 - Maintenance of cost of sales not released. Check entry ?

  The SAP error message KJ413 ("Maintenance of cost of sales not released. Check entry") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and is related to the maintenance of cost of sales accounting entries. This error indicates that there is an issue with the cost of sales data that needs to be addressed before proceeding with further transactions or postings.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The cost of sales data may not have been fully entered or may be missing required fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling (CO) module or in the cost center accounting settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to cost of sales data.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes or postings to cost of sales.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved, such as mismatched account assignments or incorrect cost elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the entries made for cost of sales to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is complete.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that everything is set up correctly for cost of sales accounting.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to process. If it is closed, you may need to open it or create a new posting period.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies. This may involve checking account assignments, cost elements, and other related data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to review the relevant cost data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on cost of sales accounting and related processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling and cost accounting.