How To Fix CK105 - Set the update indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Set the update indicator

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to save the costing run without update parameters.

System Response

The costing run is not saved.

How to fix this error?

Set at least one indicator.
In material costing, cost estimates are always saved with the
<DS:GLOS.cost_component_split>cost component split</>. If you still get
this system message, notify your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK105 - Set the update indicator ?

  The SAP error message CK105, which states "Set the update indicator," typically occurs during the process of material costing in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost estimates or when trying to perform a cost calculation. This error indicates that the system requires an update indicator to be set for the cost estimate or the material master data.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Update Indicator: The update indicator for the cost estimate or material is not set, which is necessary for the system to know how to handle the cost data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to costing or material management.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the cost estimate correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK105 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the update indicator is set correctly in the costing view.
  If it is not set, you may need to update the material master data (transaction code MM02) to include the necessary update indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Controlling module (transaction code OKTZ) to ensure that the costing settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the costing variant being used is configured properly and that the update indicator is set in the costing variant settings.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Cost Estimate:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to re-run the cost estimate or the costing run to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the CK105 error for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may have additional insights or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Costing Run).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Costing Variants: Familiarize yourself with the concept of costing variants and how they impact the costing process in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK105 error and proceed with your costing activities in SAP.