How To Fix KV161 - WIP or scrap calculation for parallel operation sequences not possible

KV161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 161

• Message text: WIP or scrap calculation for parallel operation sequences not possible

What causes this issue?

If the routing specifies a sequence of operations that are defined as a
parallel sequence, this will have the following effects:
The system cannot interpret the confirmed scrap quantities in cumulative
and periodic settlement when it calculates the scrap.
The system cannot calculate work in process (WIP) at target costs for
this order because it does not recognize the relevant operations.

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?

If you want to calculate scrap or WIP, do not define parallel sequences.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV161 - WIP or scrap calculation for parallel operation sequences not possible ?

  The SAP error message KV161 indicates that there is an issue with the Work in Progress (WIP) or scrap calculation for parallel operation sequences in a production order. This error typically arises when the system encounters difficulties in calculating WIP or scrap due to the way operations are defined in the routing or production order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Parallel Operations: The error often occurs when there are parallel operations defined in the routing, and the system is unable to determine how to allocate costs or calculate WIP for these operations.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing configuration settings in the production order or routing that prevent the system from processing the parallel operations correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: Inconsistencies in the data related to the production order, such as incorrect operation sequences or missing components, can also lead to this error.
  Capacity Planning Issues: If the capacity planning settings are not correctly defined for the operations, it