How To Fix KS141 - Please maintain activity price indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Please maintain activity price indicator

What causes this issue?

If you are using activity type category "2" (indirectly determined and
allocated), you must set the price indicator, because the system may
not be able to call up planning under certain conditions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS141 - Please maintain activity price indicator ?

  The SAP error message KS141, which states "Please maintain activity price indicator," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform operations related to cost centers, internal orders, or activity types. This error indicates that the system requires an activity price indicator to be set for the relevant activity type or cost center before you can proceed with certain transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Activity Price Indicator: The activity price indicator has not been maintained for the activity type in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the controlling area or the activity type may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to cost centers or activity types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KS141 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain Activity Price Indicator:
  
  Go to the transaction code KP26 (Change Activity Prices).
  Enter the relevant controlling area and activity type.
  Maintain the activity price indicator and set the appropriate price for the activity type.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly configured in the controlling area.
  Use transaction code OKA0 to check the configuration of the activity types and ensure that they are properly assigned to the relevant cost centers.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost centers and activity types to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center) to review and update the cost center details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP CO module expert for guidance on maintaining activity price indicators.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP26: Change Activity Prices
  OKA0: Activity Type Configuration
  KS01/KS02: Cost Center Master Data Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to activity prices and cost center configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS141 error and maintain the necessary activity price indicators in your SAP system.