How To Fix C+261 - No unique Costing run for accounting principle &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 261

• Message text: No unique Costing run for accounting principle &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+261 - No unique Costing run for accounting principle &1 ?

  The SAP error message C+261 "No unique Costing run for accounting principle &1" typically occurs in the context of product costing and is related to the costing runs that are associated with different accounting principles in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Costing Runs: The error indicates that there are multiple costing runs for the specified accounting principle, and the system cannot determine which one to use.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant may not be set up correctly, or there may be inconsistencies in the configuration.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the accounting principles or the costing runs may not be properly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Runs: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CKR1 (Costing Run) and check the existing costing runs for the specified accounting principle. Ensure that there is only one active costing run for that principle.
  If there are multiple runs, you may need to delete or archive the unnecessary ones.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variants:
  
  Check the costing variant settings in transaction code OKKN. Ensure that the costing variant is correctly assigned to the accounting principle in question.
  Make sure that the costing variant is configured to allow for unique costing runs.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the accounting principles in transaction code OKEQ. Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no conflicts.
  Ensure that the costing type and valuation area are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to manage costing runs and accounting principles.
  
  
  
  System Logs: 
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Run: A costing run is a process in SAP that calculates the costs of products based on various parameters and configurations.
  Accounting Principles: These are the rules and guidelines that govern how financial transactions are recorded and reported in the system.
  Costing Variants: These are configurations that define how costs are calculated and can include various parameters such as valuation methods, costing types, and more.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.