How To Fix KJ511 - Field overflow --> Method of apportionment not applicable

KJ511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Field overflow --> Method of apportionment not applicable

What causes this issue?

This procedure apportions the <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_data>results
analysis data</> calculated in <DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results
analysis</> to the <GL:line IDs>line IDs</> in proportion to the
difference between the overall planned costs and actual costs. The
apportionment results in values that exceed the size allowed for in
currency fields.

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?

If you press ENTER, the system attempts to select another method of
apportionment. The search takes place in the following order:
Apportionment numbers (according to the <LS>apportionment number</>
defined under <LS>Define Update for Results Analysis</>)
Apportionment numbers separately for each line ID
Only the value of the open period is distributed according to the
changed procedure.
Otherwise, you can go to Customizing under <LS>Define Valuation Methods
for Results Analysis</> and choose an apportionment method for the
selected <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_version>results analysis version</>
that apportions the values differently.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ511 - Field overflow --> Method of apportionment not applicable ?

  The SAP error message KJ511 ("Field overflow --> Method of apportionment not applicable") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or profit centers. This error indicates that there is an issue with the method of apportionment being used in a particular transaction or configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The method of apportionment may not be correctly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or the specific cost object.
  Data Overflow: The error may arise if the values being processed exceed the allowed limits for the fields in the database. This can happen if large amounts of data are being apportioned or if the calculations result in values that exceed the field size.
  Incompatible Data: The method of apportionment may not be applicable to the specific type of cost object or transaction being processed. For example, certain