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

CK266 - Overview

• 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.

CK266 - Details

• 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.,