What is 'valuation' in SAP CO-PA - Profitability Analysis?

valuation - Overview

• Component: CO-PA

• Component Name: Profitability Analysis

• Description: The process of identifying or calculating cost accounting values. Valuation applies to both plan and actual data.

valuation - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Valuation in SAP CO-PA Profitability Analysis is the process of assigning a monetary value to a product or service. This value is used to calculate the profitability of a product or service. Valuation can be done using either standard cost or actual cost. Standard cost is based on predetermined costs, while actual cost is based on actual costs incurred during production. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Valuation in SAP CO-PA Profitability Analysis is done by assigning a monetary value to a product or service. This value is used to calculate the profitability of a product or service. Valuation can be done using either standard cost or actual cost. Standard cost is based on predetermined costs, while actual cost is based on actual costs incurred during production. To assign a value to a product or service, the user must enter the relevant data into the system, such as the quantity of the product or service, the unit price, and any discounts that may apply. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning values to products and services in SAP CO-PA Profitability Analysis, it is important to ensure that all relevant data is entered accurately and completely. This will ensure that the profitability calculations are accurate and reliable. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in costs over time, as this can affect the profitability calculations.