How To Fix KJ836 - WIP revaluation active. Hana WIP determination cannot be used

KJ836 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 836

• Message text: WIP revaluation active. Hana WIP determination cannot be used

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KJ836 - Details

• The SAP error message KJ836 indicates that there is an issue with Work in Progress (WIP) revaluation in the context of SAP HANA. This error typically arises when the system is configured to use WIP determination, but the necessary settings or conditions are not met for it to function correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  WIP Revaluation Not Active: The WIP revaluation process may not be activated in the system settings.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the relevant settings for WIP determination.
  Incompatibility with HANA: The system may not be set up correctly to utilize HANA for WIP determination, leading to this error.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for WIP calculation may be missing or incomplete.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The period settings for WIP calculation may not be aligned with the current fiscal period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and ensure that WIP revaluation is activated for the