How To Fix BK501 - No activity prices are planned for process &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 501

• Message text: No activity prices are planned for process &.

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate the activity quantity of business process &V1&.
However, you either have not provided for activity type planning for
&V1& in the selected version, or you have not yet calculated prices in
activity type planning.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Plan a price for business process &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK501 - No activity prices are planned for process &. ?

  The SAP error message BK501 ("No activity prices are planned for process &.") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires activity prices for a specific process, but no prices have been defined for that process in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Activity Prices: The primary cause of this error is that there are no activity prices defined for the specified process in the controlling area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for activity types or the assignment of activity prices may not be set up correctly.
  Period Not Open: The period for which you are trying to execute the transaction may not be open for posting, which can also lead to this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as specifying the wrong process or controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Activity Prices:
  
  Go to the transaction code KP26 (Change Activity Prices).
  Enter the relevant controlling area and activity type.
  Define the activity prices for the required period.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the activity types are correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the activity types are assigned to the correct cost centers or internal orders.
  
  
  
  Open Period:
  
  Check if the period you are trying to post to is open. You can do this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Periods).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or post to a different period.
  
  
  
  Review Process Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the process you are trying to use is correctly assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP26: Change Activity Prices
  KP26: Display Activity Prices
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to activity prices and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BK501 error and ensure that activity prices are correctly set up for the processes you are working with.