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

KK170 - Overview

• 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KK170 - Details

• 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