How To Fix KH397 - First &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 397

• Message text: First &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH397 - First &1 ?

  The SAP error message KH397 typically relates to issues with the costing or pricing of materials in the SAP system, particularly in the context of controlling (CO) and material management (MM). The message usually indicates that there is a problem with the cost estimate or the valuation of a material.
  Cause:
  The error message KH397 "First &1" generally occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The system cannot find a valid cost estimate for the material or product in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the controlling module or material master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect valuation classes or cost components.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable for the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KH397 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Estimates:
  
  Go to the transaction code CK13N (Display Material Cost Estimate) and check if a valid cost estimate exists for the material.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new cost estimate using transaction CK40N (Create Cost Estimate).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information.
  Ensure that the valuation class and other relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling module (transaction SPRO) to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the costing process.
  Pay special attention to the costing variants and their settings.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction CKR1 (Reorganize Cost Estimates) to check for any inconsistencies in the cost estimates and correct them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the KH397 error for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: CK13N, CK40N, MM03, SPRO, CKR1
  Modules Involved: Controlling (CO), Material Management (MM)
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the KH397 error in your SAP system.