How To Fix O3174 - Cost summation cannot be carried out for oil BoM header item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Cost summation cannot be carried out for oil BoM header item &

What causes this issue?

For an oil BoM header, the costs are determined by summing up the costs
of the subitems. However, the item currently processed has no subitems.

System Response

The cost condition is set to "inactive" and the billing document cannot
be released.

How to fix this error?

The preceeding goods issue document has to be cancelled and subitem(s)
have to be maintained in sales order or delivery.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3174 - Cost summation cannot be carried out for oil BoM header item & ?

  The SAP error message O3174, which states "Cost summation cannot be carried out for oil BoM header item &," typically occurs in the context of cost calculation for a Bill of Materials (BoM) in the oil and gas industry. This error indicates that there is an issue with the cost summation process for a specific header item in the BoM.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The header item may be missing necessary data, such as cost estimates, material master data, or other relevant information required for cost calculation.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the oil BoM or costing settings that prevent the cost summation from being executed.
  Item Category Issues: The item category of the BoM header item may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in cost calculation.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be appropriate for the oil BoM, or it may not be configured correctly.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type of the header item may have restrictions that prevent cost calculation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all necessary data for the header item is complete and accurate. This includes checking the material master, cost estimates, and any other relevant data.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the oil BoM and costing. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to the requirements of your organization.
  Examine Item Categories: Check the item category of the BoM header item to ensure it is appropriate for cost calculation. Adjust if necessary.
  Validate Costing Variants: Review the costing variant being used and ensure it is suitable for the oil BoM. Make adjustments if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related processes.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BoM), CS02 (Change BoM), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) to navigate and troubleshoot the BoM and costing processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error O3174 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.