How To Fix CK452 - & cost estimates were in the archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 452

• Message text: & cost estimates were in the archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK452 - & cost estimates were in the archive ?

  The SAP error message CK452 indicates that cost estimates are archived and cannot be accessed for processing. This typically occurs when the cost estimates for materials or products have been archived to save space in the database, and the system is unable to retrieve them for the required operations.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The cost estimates may have been archived as part of a regular data management process to optimize database performance and storage.
  Access Restrictions: The system settings may restrict access to archived data, leading to this error when trying to retrieve cost estimates.
  Missing Authorization: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to access archived data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archive Settings: Review the archiving settings in your SAP system to understand the criteria used for archiving cost estimates. This can be done through transaction code SARA, where you can check the archiving object related to cost estimates.
  
  
  Restore Archived Data: If you need to access specific cost estimates, you may need to restore them from the archive. This can be done using the same transaction (SARA) or by contacting your SAP Basis team to assist with the restoration process.
  
  
  Adjust User Authorizations: Ensure that the user trying to access the cost estimates has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked and modified in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Review Cost Estimate Configuration: If the archiving is not intended, review the configuration settings for cost estimates to prevent them from being archived prematurely.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on handling archived cost estimates and the implications of archiving on your business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Mass Processing of Cost Estimates
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to cost estimates (e.g., CO_CE for cost estimates).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.