How To Fix KQ146 - Results analysis key & not suitable for application

KQ146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Results analysis key & not suitable for application

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.results_analysis_key>results analysis key</> you entered
is already used for another application. Results analysis keys can be
used for <DS:GLOS.WIP_calculation>WIP calculation</>,
<DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</>, and for assets under
construction.

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?

Choose a suitable results analysis key.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KQ146 - Details

• The SAP error message KQ146, which states "Results analysis key & not suitable for application," typically occurs in the context of results analysis in SAP Controlling (CO). This error indicates that the results analysis key you are trying to use is not compatible with the application or the specific context in which you are trying to apply it.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Results Analysis Key: The results analysis key you are using may not be configured correctly for the type of application or transaction you are working with.
  Missing Configuration: The results analysis key may not be set up for the specific controlling area, project, or cost object you are trying to analyze.
  Incompatibility with Object Type: The results analysis key may not be applicable to the object type (e.g., internal order, project, etc.) you are working with.
  Status of the Object: The object you are trying to analyze may not be in a status that allows