How To Fix CK163 - Future cost estimate not found (inconsistent data)

CK163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Future cost estimate not found (inconsistent data)

What causes this issue?

The master record for this material points to a cost estimate that does
not exist. This can happen for example when you
<DS:GLOS.marking>mark</> a cost estimate and then cost the material
again.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can attempt to mark the cost estimate for this material again.
Otherwise notify your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK163 - Future cost estimate not found (inconsistent data) ?

  The SAP error message CK163 "Future cost estimate not found (inconsistent data)" typically occurs in the context of cost estimating and product costing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid future cost estimate for a material or product, which can lead to inconsistencies in cost calculations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Future Cost Estimate: The most common cause is that a future cost estimate has not been created for the material in question.
  Incorrect Validity Dates: The validity dates for the cost estimate may not align with the current date or the date for which the cost estimate is being requested.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the material or cost estimate.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not allow for future cost estimates.
  Material Status: The material may be in a