How To Fix CK365 - Costing variant & does not allow price update

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 365

• Message text: Costing variant & does not allow price update

What causes this issue?

Costing variant &V1& does not allow the prices in the selection to be
updated.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a costing variant that allows the required prices to be
updated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK365 - Costing variant & does not allow price update ?

  The SAP error message CK365 typically indicates that there is an issue with the costing variant configuration or the settings related to the price update process in the Material Ledger. This error can occur during the costing process when the system does not allow a price update due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause of CK365 Error
  
  
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant may not be set up correctly to allow price updates. This includes settings related to price determination, valuation methods, and other parameters.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be configured to allow price updates. This can include settings in the accounting view or the material type.
  
  
  Period Lock: The period for which you are trying to update prices may be locked. If the period is closed in the financial accounting module, price updates will not be allowed.
  
  
  Costing Run Status: If a costing run is already in progress or has been completed, the system may prevent further price updates until the run is finalized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform price updates.
  
  
  Solutions to CK365 Error
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the costing variant allows for price updates and that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings:
  
  Check the material master record (Transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the accounting view allows for price updates.
  Verify that the material type is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to check if the period is open for posting. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or wait until it is open again.
  
  
  
  Finalize Costing Run:
  
  If a costing run is in progress, you may need to finalize it before attempting to update prices again. Use transaction code CK40N to manage costing runs.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform price updates. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Execute Costing Run
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OKKN: Maintain Costing Variants
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on costing variants and material valuation.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the CK365 error.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.