How To Fix CK294 - Allowance for release not made for costing variant &1 in company code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 294

• Message text: Allowance for release not made for costing variant &1 in company code &3

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to release materials using costing variant &V1& (and
therefore valuation variant &V2&) in company code &V3&, but releasing
has not been allowed.

How to fix this error?

If you have authorization to do so, first allow release for valuation
variant &V2& for period &V4& in company code &V3&.
<DS:TRAN.CK23>Allow release</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK294 - Allowance for release not made for costing variant &1 in company code &3 ?

  The SAP error message CK294, which states "Allowance for release not made for costing variant &1 in company code &3," typically occurs during the costing process in SAP, particularly when dealing with product costing and cost estimates. This error indicates that the system is unable to release the cost estimate for a specific costing variant in the specified company code because the necessary allowances have not been set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Allowance Configuration: The costing variant specified in the error message does not have the necessary allowances configured for the company code in question.
  Costing Variant Settings: The costing variant may not be properly set up to allow for the release of cost estimates.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not have the required settings or allowances defined for the costing variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK294 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant in SAP.
  Navigate to the path: Controlling (CO) > Product Cost Controlling > Cost Object Controlling > Costing Variants.
  Ensure that the costing variant specified in the error message has the necessary allowances defined.
  
  
  
  Define Allowances:
  
  If allowances are not defined, you will need to create or modify the costing variant to include the necessary allowances.
  This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the costing variant settings.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code specified in the error message is correctly set up to use the costing variant.
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions for the company code that might prevent the release of the cost estimate.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to release the cost estimate again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK24 (Release Cost Estimate) to work with cost estimates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to costing variants and allowances.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK294 error and successfully release the cost estimate for the specified costing variant and company code.