How To Fix KQ287 - Plan version and relevance to settlement only relevant with plan RA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Plan version and relevance to settlement only relevant with plan RA

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <DS:GLOS.3526B5EDAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>plan
version</>, or you have selected the indicator <LS>Version relevant to
settlement</> in planned results analysis.
However, you have <ZH>not</> indicated that this results analysis
version is intended for actual results analysis and planned results
analysis by selecting
<DS:DE.KKA_VERW_C>Actual and plan RA</>.
Instead, you have selected <LS>Actual RA</> or <LS>Simulate actual w/
plan</>.

System Response

When you select Enter, the plan version entered or the indicator
<LS>Version relevant to settlement</> is deselected.

How to fix this error?

If applicable, select <LS>Actual and plan RA</> to indicate that the
results analysis version is suitable for planned results analysis.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ287 - Plan version and relevance to settlement only relevant with plan RA ?

  The SAP error message KQ287 indicates that there is an issue with the plan version and its relevance to settlement in the context of a specific planning area, typically related to cost planning or profitability analysis. This error usually arises when the system is trying to process a settlement for a plan version that is not configured correctly or is not relevant for the settlement process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plan Version: The plan version being used may not be set up for settlement. In SAP, certain plan versions are designated for specific purposes, and if the version is not marked as relevant for settlement, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific planning area may not align with the requirements for settlement.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the plan version, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plan Version Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the plan version in SAP (Transaction code: OKKP or similar).
  Ensure that the plan version you are using is marked as relevant for settlement.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Plan Version:
  
  If the current plan version is not relevant for settlement, switch to a plan version that is designated for this purpose (usually a version marked as "RA" for relevant for settlement).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the controlling area and ensure that all settings related to planning and settlement are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the planning area is set up to allow for the necessary settlements.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data associated with the plan version to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing entries that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the configuration of plan versions and their relevance to settlement.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKKP (for controlling area settings), KP06 (for planning), and KOB1 (for settlement).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify plan versions and settlement configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ287 error and ensure that your plan version is correctly set up for settlement processes in SAP.