How To Fix KV191 - Cannot calculate work in process at target costs

KV191 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Cannot calculate work in process at target costs

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.WIP_calculation>WIP calculation</> process could not
determine any <DS:GLOS.work_in_process>work in process</> due to an
error in the application.

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?

Look at the previous messages to determine the cause of the error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV191 - Cannot calculate work in process at target costs ?

  The SAP error message KV191, which states "Cannot calculate work in process at target costs," typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting within SAP. This error is related to the calculation of work in process (WIP) for production orders or projects that are using target costing.
  Causes of KV191
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Target Costing Settings: The target costing settings may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing target cost estimates or incorrect settings in the controlling area.
  
  
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the materials, production orders, or cost centers may be incomplete or incorrect. This can include missing cost estimates or incorrect valuation classes.
  
  
  Incorrect Status of Production Orders: The production order may not be in the correct status for WIP calculation. For example, if the order is not released or is in a status that does not allow for WIP calculation, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing