How To Fix CK185 - &3: Marking has already been allowed for posting period &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: &3: Marking has already been allowed for posting period &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The following was established for company code &v3&:
Allowance to mark standard cost estimates has already been issued for
posting period &V1& in year &V2&, costing version &V4&.

How to fix this error?

No action is necessary since marking has already been allowed.
Standard cost estimates that were saved with the following standard
cost estimate variants can be marked and released:
<DS:TRAN.CKVF>Display standard cost estimate variants for marking</>
It is now possible to mark standard cost estimates that were saved in
period &v1& &v2& under the costing variants listed above for the
posting period &v1& &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK185 - &3: Marking has already been allowed for posting period &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message CK185 indicates that marking has already been allowed for a specific posting period. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and cost accounting, particularly when dealing with the marking of materials for valuation purposes.
  Cause:
  The error message CK185 occurs when you attempt to mark materials for a posting period that has already been marked. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to perform a marking operation (like marking for a physical inventory or for cost accounting) in a period that has already been closed or marked.
  The system has already processed the marking for that specific period, and further attempts to mark it again are not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Posting Period: Verify the posting period you are trying to mark. Ensure that it is open for posting and has not been closed or marked already.
  
  
  Review Marking Status: Use transaction codes like CKM3N (for marking) or CKM4 (for marking overview) to check the current marking status of the materials in question. This will help you confirm if the marking has already been allowed for that period.
  
  
  Adjust the Period: If you need to mark materials for a different period, ensure you are selecting an open period that has not been previously marked.
  
  
  Consult with Finance/Controlling Team: If you are unsure about the status of the posting period or the marking, consult with your finance or controlling team to understand the implications of marking and the status of the periods.
  
  
  System Configuration: If this error occurs frequently and is impacting business processes, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in the SAP system related to marking and posting periods. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling area or the material ledger.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CKM3N: Marking overview
  CKM4: Marking for materials
  MIGO: Goods movement, which may also be relevant depending on the context of the marking.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are addressed in later updates.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to inventory management and cost accounting for more detailed information on marking processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK185 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.