How To Fix KV012 - First select the required orders and target cost versions

KV012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 012

• Message text: First select the required orders and target cost versions

What causes this issue?

In the worklist, you chose <LS>Variance calculation -> Execute</>.
However, you must select an order and a
<DS:GLOS.target_cost_version>target cost version</> before you can use
this function.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select a line and call up the function again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV012 - First select the required orders and target cost versions ?

  The SAP error message KV012, which states "First select the required orders and target cost versions," typically occurs in the context of cost planning or cost controlling within SAP. This error indicates that the system requires you to select specific orders and target cost versions before proceeding with a particular action, such as executing a report or performing a transaction related to cost planning.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected any orders or cost versions in the relevant screen or transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to allow the selection of orders or cost versions.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the required orders or cost versions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Orders and Cost Versions:
  
  Go back to the screen where the error occurred.
  Ensure that you have selected the appropriate orders and target cost versions. This usually involves checking the selection criteria or input fields