How To Fix KK042 - No cost estimate exists for cost object & to be copied

KK042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No cost estimate exists for cost object & to be copied

The order you entered as a reference does not have a unit cost
estimate. This means that no data can be transferred from the costing
for the cost object.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.
Enter a cost object ID that has a unit cost estimate.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK042 - No cost estimate exists for cost object & to be copied ?

  The SAP error message KK042 ("No cost estimate exists for cost object & to be copied") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting when you are trying to copy a cost estimate for a cost object (like a production order, project, or internal order) that does not have an existing cost estimate. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The primary reason for this error is that there is no cost estimate available for the specified cost object. This could happen if the cost estimate has not been created or if it has been deleted.
  Incorrect Object Type: The cost object you are trying to copy from may not be of the correct type or may not be relevant for the operation you are performing.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the cost object number or other related fields.
  Authorization