How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE638 - Could not revaluate product &1 &2 &3 as its replacement cost is zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Could not revaluate product &1 &2 &3 as its replacement cost is zero

What causes this issue?

The product replacement cost product is zero.

System Response

The system does not revaluate the associated goods movements.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE638 - Could not revaluate product &1 &2 &3 as its replacement cost is zero ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE638 indicates that the system is unable to revaluate a product due to its replacement cost being zero. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or product costing, where the system attempts to calculate or update the value of a product but finds that the necessary cost information is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Replacement Cost: The primary cause of this error is that the product in question has a replacement cost set to zero. This can happen if the product has not been properly maintained in the system, or if there was an error during data entry or product setup.
  Missing Master Data: The product master data may be incomplete or not properly configured, leading to the absence of a valid replacement cost.
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used for the product may not be set up correctly, or the relevant cost components may not be defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data: 
  
  Navigate to the product master data in SAP and verify the replacement cost. Ensure that it is correctly maintained and not set to zero.
  If the product is new, ensure that all necessary data has been entered.
  
  
  
  Update Replacement Cost:
  
  If the replacement cost is indeed zero, update it with the correct value. This can typically be done in the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Ensure that the costing view is properly filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variants:
  
  Check the costing variant settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to calculate the replacement cost.
  Make sure that all necessary cost components are defined and that the costing variant is assigned to the product.
  
  
  
  Re-evaluate the Product:
  
  After making the necessary updates, attempt to re-evaluate the product again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing product costing and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be underlying issues specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate), and CK40N (Change Cost Estimate).
  Costing Configuration: Understanding the configuration of costing in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. This includes knowledge of cost elements, cost centers, and internal orders.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product master data and costing information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the product can be revaluated correctly.