How To Fix K9318 - It is not possible to enter parameters before entry of actual prices

K9318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K9 - CO Planning Processor

• Message number: 318

• Message text: It is not possible to enter parameters before entry of actual prices

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K9318 - It is not possible to enter parameters before entry of actual prices ?

  The SAP error message K9318, "It is not possible to enter parameters before entry of actual prices," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when trying to enter or modify parameters related to actual prices before the actual prices have been entered into the system.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Actual Prices: The system requires that actual prices be entered before any parameters related to those prices can be modified or entered.
  Incorrect Sequence of Operations: Users may be attempting to enter or adjust parameters in the wrong sequence, which the system does not allow.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling module that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K9318 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Enter Actual Prices: Ensure that actual prices are entered in the system before attempting to enter any related parameters. This