How To Fix CK321 - Overhead key & is not suitable for costing sheet &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Overhead key & is not suitable for costing sheet &

What causes this issue?

Overhead group &V4& is specified in the material master of &V3&.
Overhead key &V1& was found in the overhead group. This overhead key is
not appropriate for costing sheet &V2&. The overhead key is not listed
in the access sequence of the overhead.

System Response

The overhead is calculated from the overhead defined in costing sheet
&V2&. Overhead key &V1& is not taken into account.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure you want to work with overhead groups, configure
Customizing for overhead.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK321 - Overhead key & is not suitable for costing sheet & ?

  The SAP error message CK321 indicates that the overhead key specified in the costing sheet is not suitable for the costing process. This error typically arises during the costing run when the system encounters an overhead key that does not meet the necessary criteria for the costing sheet being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Overhead Key: The overhead key may not be defined correctly or may not be compatible with the costing sheet.
  Missing Configuration: The overhead key might not have been configured properly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant costing sheet.
  Incorrect Assignment: The overhead key may be assigned to a different costing variant or may not be applicable for the material or cost object being processed.
  Inactive Overhead Key: The overhead key could be inactive or not available for the period in which the costing is being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Overhead Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the overhead key in SAP (Transaction code: OKEQ).
  Ensure that the overhead key is correctly defined and is active.
  
  
  
  Verify Costing Sheet Assignment:
  
  Check the costing sheet configuration (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the overhead key is assigned to the correct costing sheet and that it is suitable for the materials or cost objects being costed.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variant:
  
  Check the costing variant settings (Transaction code: OKTZ).
  Ensure that the overhead key is compatible with the costing variant being used.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) for the relevant materials to ensure that the correct costing sheet and overhead key are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the overhead key and costing sheet configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test costing run to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKEQ: Overhead Key Configuration
  OKKN: Costing Sheet Configuration
  OKTZ: Costing Variant Configuration
  MM03: Material Master Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the CK321 error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.