How To Fix CK232 - Valuation variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Valuation variant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.valuation_variant>Valuation variant</> &V1& does not exist.
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In Customizing, define this valuation variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK232 - Valuation variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CK232 indicates that the valuation variant specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of product costing or material valuation processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Valuation Variant: The valuation variant specified in the configuration or transaction does not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The valuation variant may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the valuation variant name or code when it is being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the valuation variant was recently created or modified in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Cost Object Controlling -> Define Valuation Variants.
  Verify if the valuation variant you are trying to use exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Valuation Variant:
  
  If the valuation variant does not exist, you can create a new one by following the steps in the configuration menu.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are configured correctly for the valuation variant.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the valuation variant in the transaction or configuration where the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the valuation variant was created in a different environment, ensure that the transport request has been successfully moved to the current environment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the valuation variant. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure)
  CK40N (Change Cost Estimate)
  SPRO (Access to configuration settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on product costing and valuation variants.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.