How To Fix KS143 - Value entered is not useable as an actual activity price indicator

KS143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Value entered is not useable as an actual activity price indicator

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KS143 - Details

• The SAP error message KS143, which states "Value entered is not usable as an actual activity price indicator," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to enter or modify an actual activity price in a cost center or internal order. This error indicates that the value you have entered does not meet the criteria expected by the system for an actual activity price.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Format: The value entered may not be in the correct format (e.g., it may contain invalid characters or be out of the expected range).
  Incorrect Data Type: The system may expect a numeric value, and if a non-numeric value is entered, it will trigger this error.
  Missing Configuration: The activity type or cost center may not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues with how prices are calculated or stored.
  Currency Issues: If the currency is not set correctly or if there are