How To Fix C3001 - Costing variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C3 - Messages for Check Reports and Function Modules in Costing

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Costing variant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered costing variant &V1&. This costing variant does not
exist.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.
Use the <LS>possible entries</> function to see a list of existing
costing variants.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C3001 - Costing variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message C3001, which states "Costing variant & does not exist," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified costing variant in the configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a costing run or when trying to access a specific costing variant in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The costing variant you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The costing variant name or code may have been entered incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the costing variant.
  Client-Specific Settings: The costing variant may exist in another client but not in the current client you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Cost Object Controlling > Define Costing Variants.
  Verify if the costing variant you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Costing Variant:
  
  If the costing variant does not exist, you can create a new one by following the steps in the configuration path mentioned above.
  Ensure that you define all necessary parameters for the costing variant.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the costing variant name or code you are entering to ensure it is correct and matches the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the costing variant. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Make sure you are working in the correct client. If the costing variant exists in another client, you may need to transport it or create it in the current client.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  CK11N (to create a cost estimate)
  CK40N (to run a costing run)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring costing variants and understanding their parameters.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C3001 error and successfully work with costing variants in SAP.