How To Fix KJ520 - Revenue affecting net income of a line ID is too large

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Revenue affecting net income of a line ID is too large

What causes this issue?

The value is calculated with the following formula:
Calculated Value = Actual Revenue of Line ID / Cumulative Actual
Revenue * Revenue Affecting Net Income
The result of this product is a number that exceeds the maximum
allowable size of the 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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ520 - Revenue affecting net income of a line ID is too large ?

  The SAP error message KJ520 indicates that the revenue affecting net income for a specific line item (line ID) is too large. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings, particularly in the area of revenue recognition and accounting entries.
  Cause:
  
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error usually occurs when the revenue amount for a line item exceeds the allowable limits set in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of revenue accounts.
  Posting amounts that exceed the defined thresholds for revenue recognition.
  Data entry errors where an unusually high amount has been input.
  
  
  
  Currency Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, there may be issues with currency conversion that lead to inflated amounts.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with master data, such as incorrect pricing conditions or customer/vendor data, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Line Item: Check the specific line item that is causing the error. Look for any discrepancies in the amount posted and ensure it aligns with expected values.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for revenue accounts in the SAP system. Ensure that the limits for revenue postings are set correctly.
  
  
  Adjust the Amount: If the amount is indeed too high due to a data entry error, correct the amount and attempt the posting again.
  
  
  Currency Conversion: If the issue is related to currency conversion, verify the exchange rates and ensure that they are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error KJ520, as they may provide specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KJ520 error and implement a solution to resolve it.