How To Fix CK213 - Cost component structure & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Cost component structure & is not active

What causes this issue?

You are costing with <DS:GLOS.cost_component_structure>cost component
structure</> &V1&. This cost component structure is not active.

System Response

The costing results can be saved for analysis together with the log.
The cost estimate receives the status <LS>costed with errors</> and
cannot be <DS:GLOS.release>released</>.

How to fix this error?

If you want to release the cost estimate, you must use an active cost
component structure, or activate cost component structure &v1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK213 - Cost component structure & is not active ?

  The SAP error message CK213, which states "Cost component structure & is not active," typically occurs in the context of product costing and cost component structures in SAP. This error indicates that the specified cost component structure is not currently active, which can prevent the system from processing cost calculations correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cost Component Structure: The cost component structure you are trying to use has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost component structure itself.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the cost component structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Cost Component Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKTZ (Cost Component Structure).
  Check the status of the cost component structure in question.
  If it is inactive, you can activate it by selecting the structure and choosing the appropriate option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the cost component structure is correctly configured for the relevant controlling area.
  Verify that the cost component structure is assigned to the relevant valuation variant.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify cost component structures.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost component structures for additional guidance on configuration and activation.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKTZ: Cost Component Structure
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  
  
  Cost Component Structure: This is a key element in product costing that defines how costs are broken down into different components (e.g., material costs, labor costs, overhead).
  Controlling Area: Ensure that the cost component structure is assigned to the correct controlling area, as this can affect its activation and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK213 error and ensure that your cost component structure is active and functioning correctly.