How To Fix KW402 - Error during determination of activity price indicator.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Error during determination of activity price indicator.

What causes this issue?

Not used.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW402 - Error during determination of activity price indicator. ?

  The SAP error message KW402, which states "Error during determination of activity price indicator," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when the system is unable to determine the appropriate activity price indicator for a given activity type. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of KW402 Error
  
  
  Missing Activity Price Indicator: The activity price indicator may not be defined for the specific activity type in the controlling area.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling settings, such as incorrect settings in the activity type or cost center.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like cost centers, activity types, or cost elements) may not be properly maintained or may be missing.
  
  
  Invalid Period: The activity price indicator may not be valid for the period in which the transaction is being processed.
  
  
  Currency Issues: There may be currency conversion issues if the activity price is defined in a different currency than the one being used in the transaction.
  
  
  Solutions to KW402 Error
  
  
  Check Activity Price Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for activity types in the controlling area.
  Ensure that the activity price indicator is defined and correctly assigned to the relevant activity types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that all necessary master data (cost centers, activity types, etc.) is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the activity type is assigned to the correct cost center.
  
  
  
  Validate Period Settings:
  
  Check if the activity price indicator is valid for the current period. If not, you may need to adjust the period settings or use a different activity price.
  
  
  
  Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency settings are consistent and that the activity price is defined in the correct currency.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the error occurs in the code.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KP26 (Change Activity Type Planning) or KP06 (Change Cost Center Planning) to review and adjust the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring activity types and price indicators.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KW402 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.