How To Fix C+639 - No released standard cost estimate exists for material &1 in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 639

• Message text: No released standard cost estimate exists for material &1 in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+639 - No released standard cost estimate exists for material &1 in &2 ?

  The SAP error message C+639 indicates that there is no released standard cost estimate for a specific material in a particular plant. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a transaction that requires a standard cost estimate, such as creating a purchase order, performing a goods movement, or running a cost report.
  Cause:
  
  No Standard Cost Estimate: The primary reason for this error is that a standard cost estimate has not been created or released for the specified material in the specified plant.
  Costing Version: The costing version used may not have a valid standard cost estimate.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly maintained, or the relevant views (like Accounting or Costing) may not be set up correctly.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The material may exist in the system, but it may not be assigned to the specific plant you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Standard Cost Estimate:
  
  Go to the transaction code CK11N to create a standard cost estimate for the material.
  Enter the material number and plant, and then proceed to calculate the cost.
  After creating the cost estimate, you need to release it using transaction code CK24.
  
  
  
  Check Costing Version:
  
  Ensure that the costing version you are using is correct and that it includes the standard cost estimate for the material.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the relevant material and plant.
  Ensure that the Accounting and Costing views are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check for Plant Assignment:
  
  Verify that the material is assigned to the correct plant and that the standard cost estimate is released for that specific plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance/Controlling Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the costing process or need assistance, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that the costing procedures are being followed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK24: Release Cost Estimate
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Costing Types: Understand the different costing types (e.g., standard costing, actual costing) and how they apply to your materials.
  Costing Variants: Familiarize yourself with the costing variants and their settings in the system, as they can affect how costs are calculated and displayed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C+639 error and ensure that the necessary standard cost estimates are in place for your materials.