How To Fix FML_PRICE_MANAGER017 - Unknown Cost Estimate Number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FML_PRICE_MANAGER - Price Manager related Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Unknown Cost Estimate Number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FML_PRICE_MANAGER017 - Unknown Cost Estimate Number ?

  The SAP error message FML_PRICE_MANAGER017: Unknown Cost Estimate Number typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when the system cannot find a specified cost estimate number. This can happen for various reasons, such as data entry errors, missing data, or issues with the configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Cost Estimate Number: The cost estimate number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Deleted or Inactive Cost Estimate: The cost estimate may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the cost estimate.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the controlling or financial modules.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Cost Estimate Number: Check the cost estimate number for accuracy. Ensure that it is entered correctly and exists in the system.
  Check Status of Cost Estimate: Use transaction codes like CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) to verify if the cost estimate is active and has not been deleted.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost estimate. This can be checked with the security team or by using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to ensure that there are no data inconsistencies in the system.
  Consult with Technical Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or technical team to investigate further, especially if it involves configuration or system-level issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK13N (Display Cost Estimate), CK40N (Create Cost Estimate), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Reference).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to cost estimates and financial controlling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, further investigation may be required.