How To Fix K8132 - No price could be calculated for WBS element &2 for resource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 132

• Message text: No price could be calculated for WBS element &2 for resource &1

What causes this issue?

You want to carry out resource planning for resource &V1& on WBS
element &V2&.
The system could not determine a valid price for the combination of
fiscal year &V3&, version &V4& using the defaulted conditions and
access sequences.

System Response

The system takes a resource price of zero for the plan valuation.

How to fix this error?

Maintain valid prices for resource &V1& for WBS element &V2& in fiscal
year &V3&, version &V4&, or change the access sequence in the
conditions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8132 - No price could be calculated for WBS element &2 for resource &1 ?

  The SAP error message K8132 ("No price could be calculated for WBS element &2 for resource &1") typically occurs in the context of project management and cost accounting when the system is unable to determine a price for a specific resource associated with a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Price Data: The resource may not have a valid price or cost rate defined in the system. This could be due to missing master data or incorrect configuration.
  
  
  Incorrect WBS Element: The WBS element may not be properly set up or may not be assigned to the correct project or cost center.
  
  
  Resource Availability: The resource might not be available for the specified period, or there may be no valid cost assignment for the resource.
  
  
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used for the calculation may not be configured correctly, leading to an inability to derive a price.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the resource's price is defined in a different currency than the one used in the WBS element, this could lead to calculation failures.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Resource Master Data: Ensure that the resource (e.g., labor, materials) has a valid price or cost rate defined in the system. This can be done by reviewing the resource master data.
  
  
  Verify WBS Element Configuration: Check the configuration of the WBS element to ensure it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate project and cost center.
  
  
  Review Availability: Confirm that the resource is available for the required time frame and that there are no restrictions preventing its use.
  
  
  Examine Costing Variants: Review the costing variant settings to ensure they are correctly configured for the type of resource and the project.
  
  
  Currency Settings: Check the currency settings for both the resource and the WBS element to ensure they are compatible. If necessary, adjust the currency settings or perform currency conversion.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to check WBS elements and CJR2 (Display Actual Costs) to review cost assignments.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant data.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the K8132 error and implement the appropriate solution.