How To Fix KT318 - Only a legal valuation is allowed for versions with exclusive usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Only a legal valuation is allowed for versions with exclusive usage

What causes this issue?

The version &V1& is used exclusively. In this case, only the legal
valuation is allowed.

System Response

The assignment is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Cancel your entry and use another version for the required valuation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KT318 - Only a legal valuation is allowed for versions with exclusive usage ?

  The SAP error message KT318, which states "Only a legal valuation is allowed for versions with exclusive usage," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to perform a valuation that is not permitted under the current settings of your SAP system.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Valuation Type: The system is configured to allow only certain types of valuations (like legal valuations) for specific versions that are set to exclusive usage. If you attempt to use a different valuation type, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  Version Configuration: The version you are trying to use may be configured to allow only legal valuations. If you are trying to post or analyze data using a non-legal valuation, the system will reject it.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry or the selection of the version that does not align with the allowed valuation types.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KT318 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Version Settings: Go to the configuration settings for the version you are using. Ensure that it is set up to allow the type of valuation you are trying to perform. You can do this in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under:
  
  Controlling (CO) ? Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) ? Master Data ? Versions ? Define Versions.
  
  
  
  Use Legal Valuation: If the version is set to exclusive usage, ensure that you are using a legal valuation. You may need to change your data entry or selection to comply with this requirement.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to CO-PA and version management to understand the specific configurations and limitations.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE52 (Change Version) or KE53 (Display Version) to manage versions effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting, as restrictions can also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KT318 error and implement a suitable solution.