How To Fix KPN053 - Valuation for material &1 has already been made in the operative project

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPN - Costing: Networks, Projects

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Valuation for material &1 has already been made in the operative project

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& for WBS element &V2& has been valued in the operative
project due to a goods receipt. If you transfer the project simulation
back to the operative project, the system uses the price determined in
the material valuation for the network costing.

System Response

Variances may occure between the network costing in the operative
project and the network costing in the simulation version.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPN053 - Valuation for material &1 has already been made in the operative project ?

  The SAP error message KPN053 indicates that a valuation for a specific material has already been made in the operative project. This typically occurs in the context of project systems (PS) or controlling (CO) modules when trying to perform a valuation or posting that conflicts with an existing valuation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Valuation: The error arises when there is an attempt to perform a valuation for a material that has already been valued in the project. This can happen if:
  
  The same material is being processed multiple times.
  There are inconsistencies in the project data or configuration.
  The valuation is being attempted in a different context or phase of the project.
  
  
  
  Project Status: The project might be in a status that does not allow for further valuations or changes.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Issues with the material master data, such as incorrect settings or missing information, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Valuations: Review the project and check if the material has already been valued. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the project in question and checking the valuation history.
  Using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Cost Line Items) to see the existing valuations.
  
  
  
  Correct the Posting: If you find that the valuation has already been made, you may need to adjust your posting or valuation approach. Ensure that you are not trying to post the same valuation again.
  
  
  Project Status: Ensure that the project is in a status that allows for the required operations. If necessary, change the project status to allow for further valuations.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the material is set up properly for the project.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling valuations in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJI3, and others related to project management and controlling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KPN053 error and implement a solution to resolve it.