How To Fix CK265 - Cost transaction &1: Error converting from &2 -> &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Cost transaction &1: Error converting from &2 -> &3

What causes this issue?

In cost transaction &V1&, an error occurred converting the currency
from &V2& to &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the corresponding exchange rate for exchange rate type
&V4& has been entered properly.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK265 - Cost transaction &1: Error converting from &2 -> &3 ?

  The SAP error message CK265, which states "Cost transaction &1: Error converting from &2 -> &3," typically occurs during the processing of cost transactions in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the context of cost object accounting or product costing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of currency or unit of measure during the cost calculation process.
  Causes:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: The error may arise if there is a problem with the currency conversion rates or if the system cannot find the appropriate exchange rate for the currencies involved.
  Unit of Measure (UoM) Issues: If there is a mismatch in the units of measure (for example, trying to convert between different units that are not compatible), this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the controlling area, such as missing or incorrect settings for currency types or unit of measure settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistent or incorrect data in master records (like material master, vendor master, etc.) can lead to this error.
  Missing Master Data: If the necessary master data for the cost object is missing or incomplete, it can lead to conversion errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Currency Settings: Verify that the currency conversion rates are correctly maintained in the system. You can check the exchange rates in transaction code OB08.
  Review Unit of Measure: Ensure that the units of measure used in the transaction are correctly defined and compatible. Check the material master data for the relevant materials.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that all necessary settings for currencies and units of measure are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the relevant master data to ensure that there are no discrepancies or missing information.
  Transaction Logs: Check the transaction logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), or CK24 (Display Cost Estimate) to analyze cost estimates and transactions.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional documentation and troubleshooting steps related to cost accounting and error messages.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.