How To Fix CK286 - Cost estimate for material & in plant & could not be released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Cost estimate for material & in plant & could not be released

What causes this issue?

The cost estimate for material &V1& in plant &V2& belonged to a block of
materials which were to be combined in a financial accounting document.
One of the materials in this block, however, contained an error (see
error &V3& &V4& in log). This means that the block could not be
released.

System Response

Every material in this block receives the status 'FF' - released with
errors.

How to fix this error?

Localize and correct the error, and release again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK286 - Cost estimate for material & in plant & could not be released ?

  The SAP error message CK286 indicates that a cost estimate for a specific material in a particular plant could not be released. This error typically arises during the cost estimation process in SAP, particularly when using the CK11N or CK40N transactions for creating or changing cost estimates.
  Causes of CK286 Error
  
  
  Incomplete Data: The cost estimate may not have all the required data, such as missing master data (e.g., BOM, routing, or material master data).
  
  
  Locked Cost Estimate: The cost estimate might be locked by another user or process, preventing it from being released.
  
  
  Errors in Costing Variants: The costing variant used may have errors or may not be configured correctly.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to release the cost estimate.
  
  
  Costing Run Issues: There may be issues with the costing run, such as incorrect settings or parameters.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are discrepancies in currency settings or exchange rates, it may prevent the release.
  
  
  Solutions to CK286 Error
  
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all necessary master data (BOM, routing, material master) is complete and accurate. You can use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) and CA03 (Display Routing) to verify this.
  
  
  Unlock Cost Estimate: If the cost estimate is locked, check with your team to see if another user is working on it. You can also use transaction SM12 to view and delete any locks if necessary.
  
  
  Review Costing Variant: Verify the settings of the costing variant being used. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release cost estimates. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Re-run Costing: If there are issues with the costing run, try re-running the cost estimate process. Make sure to check the settings and parameters used.
  
  
  Currency Settings: Verify that the currency settings are correct and that there are no discrepancies in exchange rates.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), and CK24 (Release Cost Estimate).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the CK286 error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost estimation and costing variants for a better understanding of the process and requirements.
  
  
  Consult SAP Community: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK286 error and implement the appropriate solution.