How To Fix CK506 - Material &1 could not be valuated

CK506 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Material &1 could not be valuated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK506 - Material &1 could not be valuated ?

  The SAP error message CK506, which states "Material &1 could not be valuated," typically occurs during the valuation of materials in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the context of Product Costing. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the value of the specified material for various reasons.
  Causes of CK506 Error
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The material may not have the necessary master data set up, such as a valid material master record, valuation class, or cost estimate.
  
  
  Incorrect Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to issues in determining the valuation.
  
  
  Missing Costing Variant: The costing variant used for the valuation may not be defined or may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Inactive Costing: The material may not have an active cost estimate or may not be included in the current costing run.
  
  
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have