How To Fix KJ818 - Planned quantities and goods received quantities could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Planned quantities and goods received quantities could not be read

What causes this issue?

The planned quantities for the cost object were entered with a different
unit of measure than the goods receipt quantities, and possibly for
different fiscal years.

System Response

The planned quantities and goods receipt quantities shown in the object
list are not correct. The data calculated by the WIP calculation process
is not affected.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ818 - Planned quantities and goods received quantities could not be read ?

  The SAP error message KJ818, which states "Planned quantities and goods received quantities could not be read," typically occurs in the context of production planning or inventory management. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the necessary data related to planned quantities and goods received for a specific material or production order.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing or corrupted records related to planned orders or goods receipts.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the material master or production planning settings can lead to this error.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like material master, BOM, routing) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is experiencing performance issues, it may fail to retrieve data in a timely manner.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check if the relevant tables (like MAST, RESB, etc.) contain the necessary data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the required data. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Verify Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the production planning module to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the material master settings, production order types, and other related configurations.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is correctly maintained. This includes checking the material master, BOM, and routing for the relevant materials.
  System Performance: If the issue is related to system performance, consider checking the system logs for any performance-related errors and consult with your IT team to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  CO03: Display Production Order
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for KJ818 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production planning and inventory management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.