How To Fix CK235 - No valuation variant found during number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 235

• Message text: No valuation variant found during number assignment

What causes this issue?

A cost estimate must have a key that is unique in the system. This is
achieved by saving the costing document under a unique number.
However, number assignment for the <DS:GLOS.valuation_variant>valuation
variant</> is missing.

System Response

The system cannot assign a number to the costing document.

How to fix this error?

Check the <DS:GLOS.costing_variant>costing variant</> used.
<DS:TRAN.CKC1>Check costing variant</>
&sys_admin&
Check the assignment of number ranges and costing variants.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK235 - No valuation variant found during number assignment ?

  The SAP error message CK235 "No valuation variant found during number assignment" typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and Costing in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valuation variant that is necessary for processing the material valuation or cost calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Variant: The most common cause is that the valuation variant has not been defined or is not assigned to the relevant controlling area or company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the Material Ledger or Costing variants.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate valuation variant.
  Missing Assignment: The valuation variant may not be assigned to the relevant material type or valuation class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Valuation Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Material Ledger -> Define Valuation Variants.
  Ensure that a valuation variant is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign Valuation Variant:
  
  Ensure that the valuation variant is assigned to the relevant controlling area and company code.
  Check the assignment in the same configuration path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use Transaction MM03 to display the material master data.
  Verify that the material is assigned to the correct valuation class and that the valuation type is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the Material Ledger and ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Ensure that the valuation variant is linked to the appropriate costing variant.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Materials:
  
  If possible, test the process with different materials to see if the issue is isolated to specific materials or if it is a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to Material Ledger and valuation variants for any additional insights or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access to configuration settings.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  CK11N: Create a cost estimate with quantity structure.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK235 error and ensure that the valuation variant is correctly set up for your materials.