How To Fix CK519 - Release of cost est. in plant & through material ledger settlement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 519

• Message text: Release of cost est. in plant & through material ledger settlement

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK519 - Release of cost est. in plant & through material ledger settlement ?

  The SAP error message CK519 typically occurs during the release of a cost estimate in a plant when there are issues related to the Material Ledger settlement. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Cause of CK519 Error
  
  
  Material Ledger Not Active: The Material Ledger may not be activated for the plant or the 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, or issues with the cost component structure.
  
  
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used may not be configured correctly, or it may not be compatible with the settings in the Material Ledger.
  
  
  Locked Records: The records for the material or plant may be locked due to ongoing processes, such as a previous costing run or a settlement process that has not been completed.
  
  
  Currency Issues: There may be currency conversion issues if the material is being evaluated in a different currency than what is set in the system.
  
  
  Solution to CK519 Error
  
  
  Activate Material Ledger: Ensure that the Material Ledger is activated for the relevant plant and material. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Review Costing Variants: Check the configuration of the costing variant being used. Make sure it is set up correctly and is compatible with the Material Ledger settings.
  
  
  Unlock Records: If records are locked, identify the process that is causing the lock and resolve it. This may involve completing or reversing a previous costing or settlement process.
  
  
  Currency Settings: Verify the currency settings for the material and ensure that they are consistent with the settings in the Material Ledger.
  
  
  Run the Cost Estimate Again: After addressing the above issues, attempt to release the cost estimate again.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Release Cost Estimate), and CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing) to manage cost estimates and settlements.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to the CK519 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on Material Ledger and cost estimation processes.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK519 error and implement a solution to resolve it.