How To Fix KQ226 - Only reference value types 'Planned' (01) and 'Actual' (04) are allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Only reference value types 'Planned' (01) and 'Actual' (04) are allowed

What causes this issue?

You use the variance version to specify how you want to calculate
variances. Variances can be calculated by means of comparisons (such
as the planned costs of the production order against the planned costs
for a material as in its standard cost estimate). The reference value
type has to be either 04 (actual costs of the production order) or 01
(planned costs of the production order).

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?

Enter either 04 or 01.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ226 - Only reference value types 'Planned' (01) and 'Actual' (04) are allowed ?

  The SAP error message KQ226 indicates that there is an issue with the value type being used in a particular transaction or report. Specifically, it states that only the reference value types 'Planned' (01) and 'Actual' (04) are allowed. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) modules where value types are used to differentiate between different types of financial data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to use a value type that is not permitted in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to post or analyze data using a value type that is neither 'Planned' (01) nor 'Actual' (04), the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Value Type: Review the value type you are using in your transaction. Ensure that it is either 'Planned' (01) or 'Actual' (04). If you are using a different value type, you will need to change it to one of the allowed types.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe you should be able to use a different value type, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve looking at the settings for value types in the controlling area or profitability analysis settings.
  
  
  Transaction Context: Ensure that the transaction you are performing is appropriate for the value type you are using. For example, if you are trying to post a budget, make sure you are using the correct value type for budget postings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on value types and their appropriate usage in your specific context.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Value Types in SAP: Value types are used in various SAP modules to categorize financial data. Common value types include:
  
  Planned (01)
  Actual (04)
  Statistical (02)
  Variance (03)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly encountered in modules such as:
  
  Controlling (CO)
  Profitability Analysis (CO-PA)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in your process, such as:
  
  KSB1 (Report: Actual Line Items)
  KE30 (Report: Profitability Analysis)
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to resolve the KQ226 error effectively.