How To Fix CK157 - Company code &1: Release too early

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Company code &1: Release too early

What causes this issue?

Company code &v1&:
The start of period &v2& is &v3&, which has not yet been reached. Only
cost estimates from the current period can be released.

System Response

No cost estimates are released from company code &v1&.

How to fix this error?

If you want to release cost estimates from company code &v1& for
posting period &v2&, you must wait until the period has been reached.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK157 - Company code &1: Release too early ?

  The SAP error message CK157 ("Company code &1: Release too early") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and material management (MM) when there is an attempt to release a cost estimate or a production order that is not yet ready for release. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing prerequisites or incorrect settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Estimate Not Released: The cost estimate for the material or production order has not been released yet.
  Missing Prerequisites: Certain prerequisites for the release of the cost estimate or order may not have been met.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or company code settings.
  Status of the Order: The order may be in a status that does not allow for release.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Estimate Status: Ensure that the cost estimate for the relevant material or production order has been released. You can do this by navigating to the cost estimate transaction (e.g., CK11N for creating a cost estimate) and checking its status.
  
  
  Review Prerequisites: Verify that all necessary prerequisites for releasing the cost estimate or order have been fulfilled. This may include ensuring that all necessary data has been entered and that there are no outstanding issues.
  
  
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings for the controlling area and company code. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for the release of cost estimates and orders.
  
  
  Order Status: Check the status of the production order. If it is in a status that does not allow for release (e.g., "Created" or "In Process"), you may need to change its status or complete any necessary steps before attempting to release it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its resolution.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Release Cost Estimate), and CO02 (Change Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the release action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK157 error and implement the appropriate solution.