How To Fix CK263 - There is no costing type for the standard cost estimate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 263

• Message text: There is no costing type for the standard cost estimate

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK263 - There is no costing type for the standard cost estimate ?

  The SAP error message CK263, which states "There is no costing type for the standard cost estimate," typically occurs during the costing process in SAP, particularly when trying to create or update a standard cost estimate for a material. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid costing type for the standard cost estimate in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The primary causes of this error can include:
  
  Missing Costing Type Configuration: The costing type required for the standard cost estimate is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings in the Costing Variant: The costing variant being used may not be properly configured to include the necessary costing types.
  Missing or Incorrectly Assigned Valuation Area: The valuation area (plant or company code) may not have the necessary costing type assigned.
  Costing Type Not Active: The costing type may exist but is not active for the relevant valuation area or period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK263 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Costing Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Costing -> Costing Type.
  Ensure that the costing type for standard cost estimates is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variant:
  
  Check the costing variant being used (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the costing type is included in the costing variant settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Valuation Area Settings:
  
  Check the valuation area settings to ensure that the costing type is assigned correctly.
  You can do this by navigating to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Cost Object Controlling -> Valuation.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Costing Types:
  
  Ensure that the costing type is active for the relevant period and valuation area.
  You can check this in the same configuration area where costing types are defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, try to create or update the standard cost estimate again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  OKKN (Costing Variants)
  CK11N (Create Standard Cost Estimate)
  CK40N (Change Standard Cost Estimate)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to costing types and standard cost estimates.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify costing configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CK263 error in SAP. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.