How To Fix BK018 - Reduce the activity quantity entered.

BK018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Reduce the activity quantity entered.

What causes this issue?

You entered an activity quantity which, when multiplied with the total
activity price, produces a field overflow in the costs to be charged.

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?

First, reduce the activity quantity and check the activity price by
calling up the detailed screen. Then enter the correct value for the
activity quantity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK018 - Reduce the activity quantity entered. ?

  The SAP error message BK018 ("Reduce the activity quantity entered") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post an activity allocation or a similar transaction that involves activity quantities. This error indicates that the quantity you are trying to allocate exceeds the available capacity or the defined limits for the activity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Capacity: The quantity you are trying to allocate exceeds the available capacity of the cost center or internal order.
  Incorrect Configuration: The activity type may not be configured correctly, or the settings for the cost center or internal order may not allow for the quantity you are trying to enter.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the quantity was entered incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Capacity: Review the available capacity for the activity type in the relevant cost center or internal order. Ensure that the quantity you are trying to allocate does