How To Fix CK421 - Select at least one option for automatic/additive costing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 421

• Message text: Select at least one option for automatic/additive costing

What causes this issue?

You have not set either the <ls>Automatic cost estimate</> or the
<ls>Additive cost estimate</> indicators.

System Response

The system cannot select cost estimates for the above selection
criteria, for example plant, material number and costing variant.

How to fix this error?

Set at least one of the two indicators.
Several cost estimates may exist for the selection criteria entered
above (automatic or additive cost estimate). By setting one or both of
these indicators you can determine which existing cost estimates the
system is to select.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK421 - Select at least one option for automatic/additive costing ?

  The SAP error message CK421, which states "Select at least one option for automatic/additive costing," typically occurs in the context of cost estimation in SAP, particularly when using the CK40N transaction for cost estimates. This error indicates that the system requires you to select at least one of the costing options available for the process you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by not selecting any of the costing options available in the cost estimate screen. The system expects you to choose at least one option for either automatic costing or additive costing, which are essential for the cost estimation process.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK421 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Cost Estimate Screen: Navigate to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., CK40N).
  
  
  Select Costing Options:
  
  Look for the section where you can select costing options.
  You will typically see checkboxes or radio buttons for options like "Automatic Costing" and "Additive Costing."
  Ensure that at least one of these options is selected.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Cost Estimate: After selecting the appropriate costing option, try to execute the cost estimate again.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the options are not visible or selectable, you may need to check the configuration settings in the controlling (CO) module to ensure that the costing variants and methods are properly set up.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform cost estimates and access the required options.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Understand the different costing variants available in your SAP system, as they define how costs are calculated and which methods are used.
  Costing Types: Familiarize yourself with the types of costing (e.g., standard costing, actual costing) and how they apply to your materials or products.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost estimation processes and error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to costing include CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Mass Change of Cost Estimates), and CK24 (Display Cost Estimate).
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to resolve the CK421 error and successfully perform your cost estimation tasks in SAP.