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Message type: E = Error
Message class: IK - Messages for Maintenance and Display of Costs in PM Order
Message number: 199
Message text: *** Messages 200-298 reserved for cost estimation ***
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IK199
- *** Messages 200-298 reserved for cost estimation *** ?The SAP error message IK199, which states "Messages 200-298 reserved for cost estimation," typically occurs in the context of cost estimation processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with the costing of materials or production processes. This message indicates that the system is trying to access a message number that is reserved for internal use in cost estimation and is not intended for user-defined messages.
Cause:
- Internal Message Handling: The error arises because the system is attempting to generate or access a message that falls within a reserved range (200-298) for cost estimation purposes.
- Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the cost estimation settings or the way messages are being handled in the system.
- Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that interact with cost estimation, they may inadvertently trigger this error.
Solution:
- Check Custom Code: Review any custom code or enhancements that may be interacting with the cost estimation process. Ensure that they are not trying to use message numbers in the reserved range.
- Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for cost estimation in the SAP system. Ensure that all settings are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
- SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
- Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the cost estimation process to identify where the error is being triggered.
- Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to cost estimation to ensure that all processes are being followed correctly.
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