How To Fix KJ460 - Associated product cost collectors have no results analysis key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Associated product cost collectors have no results analysis key

What causes this issue?

No results analysis key has been entered in the
<DS:GLOS.product_cost_collector>product cost collectors</>. The results
analysis key is proposed through the order type. The results analysis
key determines whether the object is selected in WIP calculation.

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 entries and enter a results analysis key in the product cost
collectors if necessary.
Enter the results analysis key as a default value in the order type if
appropriate.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ460 - Associated product cost collectors have no results analysis key ?

  The SAP error message KJ460, which states "Associated product cost collectors have no results analysis key," typically occurs in the context of Product Costing and Results Analysis in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid results analysis key for the associated cost collectors, which is necessary for processing results analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Results Analysis Key: The primary cause of this error is that the cost collectors (such as production orders, internal orders, or projects) do not have a results analysis key assigned to them.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the specific cost collector type that prevent the assignment of a results analysis key.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the cost collector may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a results analysis key.
  Inactive Status: The cost collector may be in an inactive status or not fully set up, which can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Results Analysis Key:
  
  Navigate to the relevant cost collector (e.g., production order, internal order).
  Check the settings and ensure that a valid results analysis key is assigned. This can usually be done in the master data settings of the cost collector.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the results analysis keys are properly defined and assigned to the relevant cost collector types.
  Verify that the controlling area settings are correct and that the results analysis is activated for the relevant cost objects.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data of the cost collector to ensure all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  If the cost collector is a production order, check the order type settings to ensure that results analysis is enabled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to results analysis and product costing for additional guidance on setting up results analysis keys.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order), KO02 (Change Order), or CJ20N (Project Builder) to access and modify cost collectors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost collectors and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.