How To Fix KP205 - Iterative activity price calculation not run due to errors

KP205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Iterative activity price calculation not run due to errors

What causes this issue?

Serious errors occurred during the validation of the parameters for
activity price calculation, which makes running the transaction
invalid.

System Response

The SAP System cannot calculate the activity prices.

How to fix this error?

Use the menu path <ZH>Goto -> Messages</> to display an error log in
order to analyze the errors.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP205 - Iterative activity price calculation not run due to errors ?

  The SAP error message KP205, which states "Iterative activity price calculation not run due to errors," typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or activity-based costing when there are issues with the iterative pricing process. This process is used to allocate costs to cost centers or internal orders based on predefined rules and relationships.
  Causes of KP205 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The error may arise if there are missing or incorrect master data entries for cost centers, activity types, or cost elements.
  
  
  Circular References: If there are circular references in the cost allocation structure, the system may not be able to complete the iterative calculation.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the controlling area, such as settings for activity types, cost centers, or allocation methods, can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect assignment of cost elements or missing activity prices, can prevent the calculation from