How To Fix KM131 - Account for production variances could not be found

KM131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Account for production variances could not be found

What causes this issue?

No account "Production variances" could be found in Profit Center
Accounting for controlling area &V1&, valuation grouping code &V2&,
valuation type &V3&.

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?

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Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KM131 - Details

• The SAP error message KM131, which states "Account for production variances could not be found," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and production planning (PP) modules when the system is unable to find the appropriate account for posting production variances. This can happen during the settlement of production orders or when trying to post production variances.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for production variance accounts is missing in the system. This includes not having the correct account assignment in the controlling area or the production order type.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material or production order may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to determine the appropriate account.
  
  
  Account Assignment: The account assignment for production variances may not be defined in the controlling area or may not be linked to the relevant cost element.
  
  
  Missing Cost