How To Fix PV818 - Specify internal currency, capacity, costs, and schedule.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Specify internal currency, capacity, costs, and schedule.

What causes this issue?

You want to execute price determination but have not entered all of the
required information.

System Response

Price determination will be terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter the following information:
Internal currency
Optimum capacity
Schedule
Costs

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV818 - Specify internal currency, capacity, costs, and schedule. ?

  The SAP error message PV818 ("Specify internal currency, capacity, costs, and schedule") typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that certain required fields related to project or production planning data have not been filled out correctly or are missing.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields such as internal currency, capacity, costs, or scheduling information have not been entered.
  Incorrect Configuration: The project or production order may not be configured correctly, leading to missing parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to enter or modify the required data.
  System Settings: The system may not be set up to handle the specific type of project or production order being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PV818 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out. This includes:
  
  Internal currency (usually the currency in which costs are calculated).
  Capacity (the resources or personnel assigned to the project).
  Costs (estimated or actual costs associated with the project).
  Schedule (start and end dates, milestones, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Verify that the project or production order is configured correctly in the system. This may involve checking the project definition or order type settings.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter or modify the required data. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the fields that need to be filled out for the type of project or order you are working with.
  
  
  System Settings: If the issue persists, check with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that the system settings are appropriate for the type of project or production order being created.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to save or process the project or order again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CO01 (Create Production Order) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on project management or production planning in SAP to better understand the required fields and processes.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP project management or production planning.