How To Fix CNIF_PI060 - No costs can be planned for &1: reason &2 (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNIF_PI - BAPI Notifications of Project System

• Message number: 060

• Message text: No costs can be planned for &1: reason &2 (see long text)

What causes this issue?

No costs could be planned (reason &V2&) for object &V1&.
Reason 1: The activity/activity element type is not "primary costs"
Reason 2: There is no currency available
Reason 3: There is no G/L account available
Reason 4: A unit costing already exists

System Response

The costs are not planned for the activity / activity element. An error
message is issued in the BAPI.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNIF_PI060 - No costs can be planned for &1: reason &2 (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message CNIF_PI060 indicates that there is an issue with planning costs for a specific object (e.g., a project, internal order, or cost center) in the SAP system. The message typically provides two key pieces of information: the object identifier (represented as &1) and the reason for the error (represented as &2).
  Causes:
  
  Object Status: The object for which you are trying to plan costs may be in a status that does not allow cost planning. For example, it could be closed or locked.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not be set up correctly or may not allow planning for the specified object.
  Cost Planning Settings: The configuration settings for cost planning may not permit planning for the specific object type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform cost planning for the specified object.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost elements or activity types) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Status: Verify the status of the object (e.g., project, order) to ensure it is open and available for planning.
  Review Planning Version: Ensure that you are using the correct planning version and that it is configured to allow planning for the object.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to cost planning for the specific object type. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform cost planning. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Master Data Verification: Confirm that all required master data is in place and correctly configured. This includes checking cost elements, activity types, and any other relevant data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message often provides additional context and specific details about the reason for the error. It is important to review this text for more insights.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like CJ20N for project management or KO22 for internal orders) to check the status and settings of the object.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal can provide updates or fixes that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on cost planning and the specific object types you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) within SAP.