How To Fix CK017 - No activity price exists for cost ctr & CO area & act. type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No activity price exists for cost ctr & CO area & act. type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK017 - No activity price exists for cost ctr & CO area & act. type & ?

  The SAP error message CK017 indicates that there is no activity price defined for a specific cost center, controlling area, and activity type combination. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires an activity price, such as a cost allocation or internal order settlement.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Activity Price: The primary cause of this error is that the activity price for the specified cost center and activity type has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the cost center or activity type may not be set up correctly.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed, it may prevent the entry of new activity prices.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the cost center, controlling area, or activity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Activity Price:
  
  Go to the transaction code KP26 (Change Activity Prices).
  Enter the relevant controlling area, cost center, and activity type.
  Maintain the activity price for the required period.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the cost center and activity type are correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the cost center is active and assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Ensure that the period is open for posting. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new period for posting.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Double-check the entries for any typos or incorrect values in the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or maintenance steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP26: Change Activity Prices
  KP26N: Change Activity Prices (New)
  KP21: Maintain Activity Type Planning
  KP15: Maintain Activity Price Planning
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to activity pricing.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain activity prices in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK017 error and ensure that the necessary activity prices are in place for your cost center and activity type.