How To Fix KN161 - Executing report & (report &) with target cost version &

KN161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Executing report & (report &) with target cost version &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN161 - Executing report & (report &) with target cost version & ?

  The SAP error message KN161 typically occurs when there is an issue related to executing a report that involves target cost versions in the context of controlling or profitability analysis. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect parameters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target Cost Version: The specified target cost version may not exist or may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Report Parameters: The parameters provided for the report execution may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target cost version or execute the report.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that the report relies on.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the controlling area or the cost version may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Target Cost Version: Verify that the target cost version specified