How To Fix C6019 - Costing variant & is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C6 - Messages PPC orders service routines

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Costing variant & is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Every <DS:GLOS.costing_variant>costing variant</> is either created to
calculate planned costs or to calculate actual costs.
You have tried to enter a costing variant that is not meant for planned
costs or not for actual costs.

How to fix this error?

Use the possible entries to select a valid costing variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C6019 - Costing variant & is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message C6019, which states "Costing variant & is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of product costing or when trying to perform a costing run in SAP. This error indicates that the costing variant you are trying to use is not allowed for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be inactive or not assigned to the relevant controlling area or company code.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified costing variant.
  Costing Variant Not Assigned: The costing variant might not be assigned to the material or the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The costing variant may not be suitable for the type of costing you are trying to perform (e.g., standard costing vs. actual costing).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for costing variants in SAP (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the costing variant is active and properly configured for the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Assignments:
  
  Check if the costing variant is assigned to the relevant materials or product groups.
  Ensure that the costing variant is assigned to the appropriate company code and controlling area.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the costing variant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Costing Variant:
  
  If the current costing variant is not permitted, consider using a different costing variant that is configured for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to costing variants for additional insights and best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  CK11N: Create Material Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Execute Costing Run
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to costing variants.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.