How To Fix KO321 - Results analysis key & is not included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Results analysis key & is not included

What causes this issue?

The results analysis key the system proposed for the product cost
collector, does not exist.
The results analysis key is proposed as follows:
The repetitive planning profile in the material master record (third
planning screen) for the material you want to produce determines which
order type is used for the product cost collector.
It is the order type which determines which results analysis key is
proposed.

How to fix this error?

Branch to the implementation guide and check the following values:
Which order type is proposed for the product cost collecter using the
repetitive manufacturing profile.
Which results analysis key is proposed for this order type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO321 - Results analysis key & is not included ?

  The SAP error message KO321, which states "Results analysis key & is not included," typically occurs in the context of results analysis (RA) in SAP Controlling (CO). This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified results analysis key in the configuration or master data, which is necessary for processing results analysis for a particular cost object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The results analysis key may not be configured in the system. This could happen if the key was not set up during the initial configuration of the results analysis process.
  Incorrect Assignment: The results analysis key may not be correctly assigned to the relevant cost object (e.g., internal order, project, or WBS element).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the results analysis key.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the results analysis key.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for results analysis in SAP (Transaction code: OKG1 for defining results analysis keys).
  Ensure that the results analysis key in question is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the results analysis key to the relevant cost object. This can be done in the master data settings for internal orders, projects, or WBS elements.
  Ensure that the results analysis key is assigned to the correct cost object type.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the cost object to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the results analysis key. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on results analysis configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run to see if the error persists. This can help confirm whether the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKG1: Define Results Analysis Key
  KKAO: Results Analysis for Orders
  KKS1: Results Analysis for Projects
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to results analysis keys.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.