How To Fix KV162 - Cannot calculate target costs - itemization missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Cannot calculate target costs - itemization missing

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.Sollkosten>target costs</> are determined on the basis of
the costs calculated in a <DS:GLOS.Materialkalkulation>material cost
estimate</> (such as a current <DS:GLOS.Plankalkulation>standard cost
estimate</>) and the delivered quantity. The results of the material
cost estimate can be saved as follows:
As a <DS:GLOS.Kostenschichtung>cost component split</> (
<DS:GLOS.Kostenelement>cost components</>)
As a <DS:GLOS.Kostenartennachweis>cost element itemization</>
As an <DS:GLOS.Einzelnachweis>itemization</>
Target costs are calculated on the basis of the itemization. However, an
itemization was not saved when the standard cost estimate was created.

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?

Create another material cost estimate and turn on the <LS>Itemization</>
indicator when specifying the update parameters.
<DS:TRAN.CK11N>Create material cost estimate</>
Note that you can only valuate work in process and scrap at target costs
using a <DS:GLOS.Erzeugniskalkulation>product cost estimate</> with
quantity structure. A <DS:GLOS.Einzelkalkulation>unit cost estimate</>
cannot be used to valuate work in process and scrap.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV162 - Cannot calculate target costs - itemization missing ?

  The SAP error message KV162, which states "Cannot calculate target costs - itemization missing," typically occurs in the context of cost planning or cost calculation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to compute target costs for a particular item because the necessary itemization data is not available.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Itemization Data: The most common cause is that the itemization data required for the calculation of target costs is not present. This could be due to incomplete master data or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling (CO) module or in the cost planning settings that prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the cost center or internal order master data, this can lead to the error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data, leading to the inability to calculate target costs.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Itemization Data: Verify that the itemization data is correctly maintained. Ensure that all necessary entries are present in the relevant master data tables.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that they are set up correctly for cost planning and target cost calculation.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the master data. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to validate the data.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with. This can provide additional insights into the error and potential fixes.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Planning), KP26 (Activity Type Planning), and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to analyze cost data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KV162 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific notes addressing this error with detailed solutions or workarounds.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to cost planning and controlling in SAP to better understand the processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KV162 error and implement a solution to resolve it.