How To Fix KV174 - Reference object & not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Reference object & not allowed

What causes this issue?

No target costs can be calculated on the basis of this cost estimate.
For the valuation of <DS:GLOS.3526B774AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>work in
process</> at <DS:GLOS.3526B75FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>target costs</>
and for the valuation of
<DS:GLOS.359A41323EC34A00E10000009B38F984>scrap variances</>, the cost
estimates for the following reference objects can be used:
0 = Material
5 = Production order
7 = CO production order
B = Sales order

System Response

The system does not calculate any target costs.

How to fix this error?

This is an internal system error.
Send a problem message to SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV174 - Reference object & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KV174 ("Reference object & not allowed") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) when there is an issue with the reference object being used in a transaction or report. This error indicates that the reference object specified is not permitted for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Reference Object: The reference object you are trying to use may not be valid for the specific transaction or report.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or profitability segment that restrict the use of certain reference objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified reference object.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Reference Object: Verify that the reference object you are using is correct and valid for the transaction. Ensure that it exists in the system and is active.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling area or profitability analysis settings to ensure that the reference object is allowed. This may involve reviewing settings in transaction codes like OKKP (Controlling Area) or KEA0 (Profitability Analysis).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the reference object. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the master data and transaction data to identify any discrepancies. You may need to correct any inconsistencies found.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKKP: Controlling Area settings
  KEA0: Profitability Analysis settings
  KOB1: Display Actual Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KV174 error and implement a solution to resolve it.