How To Fix KO824 - Prod. version controlling level does not exist in plant &1's structure.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Prod. version controlling level does not exist in plant &1's structure.

What causes this issue?

In the naming structure for plant &v1&, the "production version"
<DS:GLOS.36F138F91B385A9EE10000009B38F984>controlling level</> is
missing. The "production version" controlling level uses the production
version as a characteristic for the
<DS:GLOS.3559911290FA5063E10000009B38F984>production process</> to be
created.

System Response

The system could not convert any
<DS:GLOS.3526B6F2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>product cost collectors</>
for plant &v1&.

How to fix this error?

To convert product cost collectors in plant &v1&, add the controlling
level that uses the production version as a characteristic to the
naming structure for plant &v1&. Now restart the conversion program.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO824 - Prod. version controlling level does not exist in plant &1's structure. ?

  The SAP error message KO824 indicates that there is an issue with the production version controlling level in the specified plant. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid production version for a material in the specified plant's structure. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Production Version: The production version for the material in the specified plant does not exist or has not been defined.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the correct plant or the plant structure may not be properly set up.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the production version controlling levels in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the material or plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Production Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code C223 (Maintain Production Versions) and check if the production version for the material in the specified plant exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new production version for the material in the plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and ensure that the material is correctly assigned to the plant.
  Check the "Basic Data" and "MRP" views for any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Structure:
  
  Ensure that the plant structure is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) > Production > Production Planning > Production Version.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings related to production versions and controlling levels to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check for the material and plant data to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on production version management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Access SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify production versions and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KO824 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.