How To Fix KM468 - The tranfer price could not be calculated (&1, &2, &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 468

• Message text: The tranfer price could not be calculated (&1, &2, &3)

What causes this issue?

A parameter that is required in order to calculate the transfer price
for representative material &V1& and profit center &V2& in the period
&V3& is missing.

System Response

The system canceled the function.

How to fix this error?

Check the data in the layout, the layout definition, and in Customizing
for <DS:CHAP.SIMG_CMMENUORK1Z063>transfer pricing</> in Profit Center
Accounting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM468 - The tranfer price could not be calculated (&1, &2, &3) ?

  The SAP error message KM468, which states "The transfer price could not be calculated (&1, &2, &3)," typically occurs in the context of transfer pricing in SAP's Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to determine the transfer price for a particular transaction or set of conditions.
  Causes of KM468
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the transfer pricing calculation may be incomplete or missing. This includes data related to the material, cost center, or internal order.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transfer pricing may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the pricing procedure, condition types, or valuation classes.
  
  
  Invalid Condition Records: There may be no valid condition records for the transfer pricing conditions that are required for the calculation.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currencies involved in the transaction are not set up correctly, this can lead to calculation failures.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data, such as mismatched units of measure or incorrect account assignments, can also cause this error.
  
  
  Solutions to KM468
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (materials, cost centers, internal orders) is complete and correctly maintained.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for transfer pricing in the system. Check the pricing procedure and ensure that all necessary condition types are defined and active.
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records: If condition records are missing, create or update them in the system. Use transaction codes like VK11 or VK12 to manage condition records.
  
  
  Currency Settings: Check the currency settings for the involved entities. Ensure that the currency types are correctly defined and that conversion rates are maintained.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the data that could be causing the issue. This may involve checking the units of measure and account assignments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on transfer pricing and the KM468 error.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure in the calculation.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KE4S: Transfer Pricing
  KE30: Report for Profitability Analysis
  VK11/VK12: Maintain Condition Records
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to KM468 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KM468 error in your SAP system.