How To Fix KK170 - Reference cost estimate has errors (see long text) -> no copy created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Reference cost estimate has errors (see long text) -> no copy created

What causes this issue?

The reference cost estimate for material &V1&, costing variant &V2&,
version &V3&, with costing date &V4&, contains errors.

System Response

A copy of the cost estimate is not created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK170 - Reference cost estimate has errors (see long text) -> no copy created ?

  The SAP error message KK170, which states "Reference cost estimate has errors (see long text) -> no copy created," typically occurs during the process of creating a cost estimate based on a reference cost estimate. This error indicates that there are issues with the reference cost estimate that prevent the system from creating a new cost estimate.
  Causes of Error KK170
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The reference cost estimate may contain inconsistent or incomplete data, such as missing key components or incorrect values.
  
  
  Invalid Status: The reference cost estimate might not be in a valid status for copying. For example, it may be marked as "locked" or "not released."
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master, cost center, etc.) may be missing or incorrect, leading to errors during the copying process.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost estimate type that prevent the copying process.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency discrepancies between the reference cost estimate and the new cost estimate, this can also lead to errors.
  
  
  Solutions to Error KK170
  
  
  Check Reference Cost Estimate: Review the reference cost estimate for any inconsistencies or missing data. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Verify Status: Ensure that the reference cost estimate is in a valid status for copying. It should be released and not locked.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check that all required master data is available and correct. This includes materials, cost centers, and any other relevant data.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for the controlling area and cost estimate type are correct.
  
  
  Currency Check: Ensure that the currency settings are consistent between the reference cost estimate and the new cost estimate.
  
  
  Long Text Analysis: Read the long text associated with the error message for more specific details about what might be wrong. This can provide additional context and guidance on how to resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Reference) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to analyze and correct the cost estimates.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on cost estimating processes and error handling.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issues causing the KK170 error message in SAP.