How To Fix CK245 - Costing view could not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Costing view could not be created

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to create a costing view in the material master
record of material &v1& in plant &v2&.

System Response

A system error occurred during this.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK245 - Costing view could not be created ?

  The SAP error message CK245, which states "Costing view could not be created," typically occurs during the creation or modification of a material master record in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration or data setup in the system. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The costing view may not be configured properly in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings in the controlling area or valuation area are not maintained.
  
  
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type being used may not be allowed to have a costing view. Certain material types are configured to not allow costing views.
  
  
  Valuation Class Issues: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in creating the costing view.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data, such as the cost element or cost center, may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the costing view.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the creation of the costing view.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the material type and ensure that the costing view is allowed. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Review Material Type: Ensure that the material type you are using is set up to allow costing views. You can check this in the material type configuration.
  
  
  Validate Valuation Class: Check the valuation class assigned to the material and ensure it is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  Complete Master Data: Ensure that all required master data is maintained, including cost elements, cost centers, and any other relevant data.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the costing view. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Use Transaction CK11N: If you are trying to create a costing view manually, you can use transaction CK11N to create a cost estimate for the material, which may help in identifying issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error CK245 for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help files for detailed information on material master data and costing views.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.