How To Fix KV177 - The target cost version is not intended for variance calculation

KV177 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 177

• Message text: The target cost version is not intended for variance calculation

What causes this issue?

The version is not indended for <DS:GLOS.variance_calculation>variance
calculation</>.

System Response

The system cannot caculate variances in the version.

How to fix this error?

Go to the central version maintenance in Customizing and turn on the
<LS>Variance</> indicator in the version, or choose a version that is
intended for variance calculation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV177 - The target cost version is not intended for variance calculation ?

  The SAP error message KV177, which states "The target cost version is not intended for variance calculation," typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting within SAP. This error indicates that the target cost version you are trying to use for variance calculation is not set up correctly for that purpose.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The target cost version may not be configured to allow variance calculations. This can happen if the version is not marked as a "variance calculation version" in the system settings.
  Version Status: The target cost version might be in a status that does not permit variance calculations, such as being inactive or not released.
  Incorrect Version Assignment: The version you are trying to use may not be the correct one for the specific cost object or scenario you are working with.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for cost versions in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ).
  Ensure that the target