How To Fix KPN019 - Specify the WBS element to which the template refers

KPN019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPN - Costing: Networks, Projects

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Specify the WBS element to which the template refers

What causes this issue?

When you create a unit costing using a template for the material, you
must also specify the WBS element which the template references.

System Response

You cannot create the unit costing using a template.

How to fix this error?

Specify the relevant WBS element too.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPN019 - Specify the WBS element to which the template refers ?

  The SAP error message KPN019, which states "Specify the WBS element to which the template refers," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with templates for project structures or cost planning.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to create or modify a project planning template without specifying a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. The WBS element is crucial because it defines the hierarchical structure of the project and is necessary for associating costs, resources, and activities with specific parts of the project.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KPN019 error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the WBS Element: Ensure that you have a valid WBS element that you want to associate with the template. You can check existing WBS elements in the project structure.
  
  
  Specify the WBS Element: When creating or modifying the template, make sure to enter the WBS element in the appropriate field. This is usually