How To Fix KPN018 - No unit costing could be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPN - Costing: Networks, Projects

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No unit costing could be found

What causes this issue?

No unit costing could be found for the template you have specified.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check your input.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPN018 - No unit costing could be found ?

  The SAP error message KPN018 ("No unit costing could be found") typically occurs in the context of cost planning or when trying to perform cost calculations for materials or products in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid unit cost for the specified material or product in the relevant costing view.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Costing Data: The material or product may not have been assigned a valid cost estimate or unit cost in the system.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be configured correctly or may not be applicable for the material.
  Costing Version: The costing version being used may not have been released or may not contain the necessary data.
  Material Master Data: The material master record may be incomplete or not properly maintained, particularly in the accounting views.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be linked to a valid cost component structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material master record has the necessary costing data. Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the Accounting and Costing views.
  Create/Update Cost Estimate: If no cost estimate exists, create one using transaction CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or update an existing one using CK24 (Change Cost Estimate).
  Review Costing Variant: Ensure that the costing variant being used is correctly set up and applicable for the material. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code OKKN).
  Check Costing Version: Make sure that the costing version is active and has been released. You can check this in the cost estimate management area.
  Validate Valuation Class: Ensure that the valuation class assigned to the material is correctly linked to a cost component structure that includes the necessary cost elements.
  Run Costing Reports: Use costing reports (like CK40N) to analyze and identify any discrepancies in costing data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK24: Change Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Costing Report
  
  
  Configuration: The configuration for costing variants and valuation classes can be found in the SAP IMG under Controlling (CO) -> Costing -> Cost Object Controlling -> Costing Variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on costing and material management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling and costing.