How To Fix KK151 - Multilevel unit costing is at the pilot stage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Multilevel unit costing is at the pilot stage

What causes this issue?

Multilevel unit costing is still at the pilot stage and has not yet
been released for Release 4.5A.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK151 - Multilevel unit costing is at the pilot stage ?

  The SAP error message KK151, which states "Multilevel unit costing is at the pilot stage," typically indicates that the multilevel unit costing functionality is not fully activated or is still in a testing phase within your SAP system. This feature is part of the Controlling (CO) module, specifically related to product costing.
  Cause:
  
  Pilot Stage: The multilevel unit costing feature is still in the pilot stage, meaning it has not been fully implemented or activated in your SAP environment.
  Configuration Issues: The necessary configuration settings for multilevel unit costing may not be properly set up in the system.
  Version Limitations: The version of SAP you are using may not support full multilevel unit costing functionality, or it may require specific updates or patches.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for product costing and ensure that multilevel unit costing is properly configured. This can typically be done in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Product Cost Controlling ? Cost Object Controlling ? Multilevel Unit Costing
  
  
  Activate Multilevel Unit Costing: If it is not activated, you may need to enable this feature in the system settings. Consult with your SAP Basis or CO module consultant to assist with this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on how to activate and configure multilevel unit costing.
  System Upgrade: If your version of SAP does not support this feature, consider upgrading to a version that does, or check for any available patches that may enable this functionality.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Multilevel Unit Costing: This feature allows for the calculation of costs at multiple levels of production, which is essential for complex manufacturing processes where products are made from multiple components.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on multilevel unit costing.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that your team is trained on the use of multilevel unit costing and that they have access to the necessary documentation to understand its implications and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KK151 error and successfully implement multilevel unit costing in your SAP system.