How To Fix KK668 - Item & : Subtotal too large by & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Item & : Subtotal too large by & &

What causes this issue?

The item value of a subtotal line in the cost estimate exceeds the
maximum value allowed by &v2& &v3&.

System Response

The program cannot calculate the subtotal.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the values of the costing items so that the total of the items
does not exceed the maximum value of 9,999,999,999,999.99 &v3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK668 - Item & : Subtotal too large by & & ?

  The SAP error message KK668 ("Item & : Subtotal too large by & &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other financial transactions. This error indicates that the subtotal for a particular item exceeds the allowable limit set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Subtotal Limit Exceeded: The error is triggered when the calculated subtotal for a line item exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system settings. This limit is often set to prevent overflow or inaccuracies in financial reporting.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or excessive data entry for costs or quantities can lead to inflated subtotals.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the controlling module may not be aligned with the business requirements, leading to lower thresholds for subtotals.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review and Adjust Subtotal Limits:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to see if the subtotal limits can be adjusted. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to adjust the limits.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the line items that are causing the error. Ensure that the amounts and quantities entered are correct and within reasonable limits.
  Correct any data entry errors that may have inflated the subtotal.
  
  
  
  Split Transactions:
  
  If the subtotal is legitimately high due to the nature of the transaction, consider splitting the transaction into smaller parts that fall within the allowable limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration or data correction, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KO02 (Change Order), KO03 (Display Order), or KOB1 (Order Report) to analyze the affected items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect how subtotals are calculated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KK668 error and implement a suitable solution.