How To Fix KV406 - No line items exist. First start processing

KV406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 406

• Message text: No line items exist. First start processing

What causes this issue?

The data displayed in the line item report is saved during the
calculation of variances. This means that you can only call up the line
item report after variances have been calculated.

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?

Calculate the variances and call up the function again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV406 - No line items exist. First start processing ?

  The SAP error message KV406 "No line items exist. First start processing" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that there are no line items available for the specified object or transaction, and therefore, the system cannot proceed with the requested operation.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are simply no line items recorded for the specified cost center, internal order, or other controlling object.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve data may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no results being found.
  Data Not Posted: Transactions may not have been posted yet, or they may have been posted to a different period or object.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the user from viewing the line items.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in