How To Fix KZ313 - Joint prod. active (!): Presettlement of co-products, rework required!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Joint prod. active (!): Presettlement of co-products, rework required!

What causes this issue?

There are materials assigned to the cost object hierarchy that are
manufactured in joint production processes.

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?

You must perform distribution for the co-products before calculating
the variances for the cost object hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ313 - Joint prod. active (!): Presettlement of co-products, rework required! ?

  The SAP error message KZ313 ("Joint prod. active (!): Presettlement of co-products, rework required!") typically occurs in the context of joint production processes where multiple products are produced simultaneously from a single input. This error indicates that there is an issue with the presettlement of co-products, which are products that are produced together in a manufacturing process.
  Cause:
  
  Joint Production Configuration: The error may arise if the joint production process is not configured correctly in the system. This includes settings related to co-products, by-products, and the allocation of costs.
  Settlement Issues: There may be issues with the settlement of costs associated with the joint production process. This could be due to missing or incorrect data in the production order or cost object.
  Incomplete Data: If the necessary data for presettlement (like quantities, costs, or allocation methods) is incomplete or incorrect, the system will trigger this error.
  Rework Required: The message indicates that rework is needed, which suggests that there may be discrepancies in the production order that need to be addressed before proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for joint production and ensure that all necessary parameters for co-products and by-products are correctly set up in the system.
  Review Production Order: Examine the production order for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all quantities, costs, and allocation methods are correctly entered.
  Run Settlement: Attempt to run the settlement process again after correcting any identified issues. This may involve executing the settlement transaction (e.g., using transaction code KKAO for actual settlement).
  Analyze Logs: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on what needs to be reworked.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling joint production and co-product settlement issues.
  Engage Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KKAO (Actual Settlement) and KKS1 (Simulate Settlement) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to joint production and co-product settlement that may provide additional insights or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in production and settlement processes are adequately trained on the joint production functionality in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KZ313 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.