How To Fix KK451 - Unit price of cost estimate too large by & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Unit price of cost estimate too large by & &

What causes this issue?

The unit price from the cost estimate exceed the maximum value allowed
by the amount shown in the message.

System Response

The program cannot calculate the unit price. This means that the cost
estimate cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Decrease the values of the costing items so that the unit price of the
cost estimate (total costing value / lot size) does not exceed the
maximum value of 9,999,999,999,999.99 &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK451 - Unit price of cost estimate too large by & & ?

  The SAP error message KK451, which states "Unit price of cost estimate too large by & &," typically occurs during the cost estimation process in SAP, particularly when dealing with product costing. This error indicates that the unit price calculated for a cost estimate exceeds the maximum allowable limit set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Unit Price: The unit price calculated for the cost estimate is higher than the maximum limit defined in the system settings.
  Incorrect Master Data: There may be incorrect or unrealistic values in the material master data, such as the price or quantity.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currency settings are not properly configured, it can lead to inflated unit prices.
  Cost Component Structure: The cost component structure may not be set up correctly, leading to miscalculations in the cost estimate.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Maximum Price Settings: Review the maximum allowable unit price settings in the configuration. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the prices and quantities are realistic and correctly entered.
  Adjust Cost Estimate: If the unit price is indeed too high due to valid reasons, consider adjusting the cost estimate or the parameters used in the calculation.
  Currency Configuration: Verify the currency settings in the system. Ensure that the currency conversion rates are up to date and correctly configured.
  Cost Component Structure: Review the cost component structure to ensure it is set up correctly and that all components are accounted for in the cost estimate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Mass Change of Cost Estimates) to review and adjust cost estimates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect cost calculations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in product costing.