How To Fix KZ452 - Object & has no reference base for distribution

KZ452 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 452

• Message text: Object & has no reference base for distribution

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to perform distribution. However, the system cannot
find <DS:GLOS.target_costs>target costs</> or select
<DS:GLOS.equivalence_number>equivalence numbers</> for object &V1&.

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?

Check the following for object &V1&:
Whether a <DS:GLOS.standard_cost_estimate>standard cost estimate</> has
been created
Whether a <DS:GLOS.preliminary_costing>preliminary cost estimate</> for
the <DS:GLOS.product_cost_collector>product cost collector</> has been
created
Whether equivalence numbers have been entered

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KZ452 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ452 ("Object & has no reference base for distribution") typically occurs in the context of cost distribution or allocation processes in SAP Controlling (CO). This error indicates that the system cannot find a reference base for the specified object, which is necessary for the distribution of costs.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Base: The object (e.g., cost center, internal order, etc.) does not have a defined reference base for the distribution. This could be due to configuration issues or missing master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The distribution method or the settings in the allocation structure may not be correctly configured.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the allocation structure that prevent the system from finding the necessary reference base.
  Object Not Active: The object may not be active or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the object