How To Fix CK266 - Costing variant & does not allow cost estimates to be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Costing variant & does not allow cost estimates to be saved

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to create or save a cost estimate that uses
<DS:GLOS.costing_variant>costing variant</> &V1&. However, this costing
variant does not allow cost estimates to be saved.

System Response

You can create a cost estimate but you will not be able to save it.
The costing run cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

If you want to save cost estimates that use this costing variant, set
the <LS>Update allowed</> indicator in the costing variant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK266 - Costing variant & does not allow cost estimates to be saved ?

  The SAP error message CK266 typically indicates that there is an issue with the costing variant configuration that prevents cost estimates from being saved. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the settings of the costing variant or the cost estimate process itself.
  Cause of CK266 Error
  
  
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant may not be properly configured. This includes settings related to valuation, costing type, and other parameters that dictate how costs are calculated.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data such as material master records, cost center, or activity types may be missing or incorrectly maintained.
  
  
  Costing Type: The costing type associated with the costing variant may not be allowed for the specific transaction or material.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save cost estimates.
  
  
  Status of the Material: The material may be in a status that does not allow for cost estimates to be saved (e.g., blocked or not released).
  
  
  Solution to CK266 Error
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up, including the costing type and valuation variant.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) to ensure that all relevant information is complete and accurate.
  Ensure that the cost center and activity types are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Type:
  
  Ensure that the costing type used in the costing variant is appropriate for the material and the transaction being processed.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform cost estimates. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53.
  
  
  
  Material Status:
  
  Check the status of the material in question. If it is blocked or not released, you may need to change its status to allow for cost estimates.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  CK24: Display Cost Estimate
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on costing variants and cost estimates.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CK266 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.