How To Fix AB019 - Planning parameter & plans only fixed costs

AB019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Planning parameter & plans only fixed costs

What causes this issue?

Planning parameter &V1& that was entered plans only for fixed costs.
The calculated overhead costs are ignored.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB019 - Planning parameter & plans only fixed costs ?

  The SAP error message AB019, which states "Planning parameter & plans only fixed costs," typically occurs in the context of cost planning in SAP, particularly when dealing with cost centers or internal orders. This error indicates that the planning parameters set for a particular cost center or internal order are configured to allow only fixed costs, but the system is receiving input that includes variable costs or other types of costs that are not compatible with the fixed cost planning parameters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Planning Parameters Configuration: The planning parameters for the cost center or internal order are set to allow only fixed costs. This means that any attempt to enter variable costs or other types of costs will trigger this error.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter variable costs or other non-fixed costs when planning, which is not allowed under the current configuration.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost center or