How To Fix C3036 - Cstg vrnt & assigned to no. range & that is invalid for product costing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Cstg vrnt & assigned to no. range & that is invalid for product costing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C3036 - Cstg vrnt & assigned to no. range & that is invalid for product costing ?

  The SAP error message C3036 typically indicates an issue related to the costing variant and the assigned number range for product costing. This error can occur when the system is unable to find a valid costing variant for the specified number range in the context of product costing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Costing Variant: The costing variant specified in the transaction may not be valid or may not be properly configured in the system.
  Number Range Issues: The number range assigned to the costing variant may not be defined or may not be active for the product costing process.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the product costing settings that lead to this error.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the costing variant or the associated number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for costing variants (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the costing variant you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Number Range Assignment:
  
  Check the number range settings for the costing variant (Transaction code: OKEQ).
  Ensure that the number range is defined and assigned to the correct costing variant.
  
  
  
  Review Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area settings are correctly configured and that the costing variant is assigned to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the costing variant and perform product costing activities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the configuration of costing variants and number ranges.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKKN (Costing Variants), OKEQ (Number Ranges for Costing), and OKB9 (Costing Type).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem 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.