How To Fix CK517 - Release of cost est. for mat. & plant & thru mat. ledger settlement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Release of cost est. for mat. & plant & thru mat. ledger settlement

What causes this issue?

You have <DS:GLOS.marking>marked</> the standard cost estimate for
material &v1& in plant &v2&. The <DS:GLOS.material_ledger>material
ledger</> is active for this material.

System Response

The cost estimate now has the status <LS>VO</> (marked without errors).

How to fix this error?

If you want to <DS:GLOS.release>release</> the marked cost estimate,
you must carry out material ledger closing for material &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK517 - Release of cost est. for mat. & plant & thru mat. ledger settlement ?

  The SAP error message CK517 typically occurs during the release of cost estimates for a material and plant when there are issues related to the material ledger settlement. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving it.
  Cause of CK517 Error
  
  
  Material Ledger Not Active: The material ledger may not be activated for the plant or material in question. If the material ledger is not active, the system cannot perform the necessary calculations for cost estimates.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect master data, which can prevent the cost estimate from being released.
  
  
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used may not be configured correctly, or it may not be suitable for the material or plant.
  
  
  Locked Records: The material or plant may have locked records that prevent the release of the cost estimate.
  
  
  Incomplete Costing Run: The costing run may not have been completed successfully, leading to incomplete data for the cost estimate.
  
  
  Solutions to CK517 Error
  
  
  Check Material Ledger Activation: Ensure that the material ledger is activated for the relevant plant and material. You can do this by checking the material master data in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Verify that all necessary master data (material master, BOM, routing, etc.) is complete and accurate. Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  Examine Costing Variants: Review the costing variant settings to ensure they are appropriate for the material and plant. Make adjustments as necessary.
  
  
  Unlock Records: If there are locked records, identify and unlock them. This may involve checking for any ongoing processes that could be locking the records.
  
  
  Complete Costing Run: If the costing run was incomplete, re-run the costing process to ensure that all necessary calculations are performed.
  
  
  Check for Errors in Previous Steps: Review any previous steps in the costing process for errors that may have caused the current issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Release Cost Estimate), and CK24 (Display Cost Estimate) to navigate the costing process effectively.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost estimates, material ledger, and costing variants.
  
  
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities and forums for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying causes, you should be able to resolve the CK517 error and successfully release the cost estimate for the material and plant in question.