How To Fix CK523 - Standard cost estimate in posting period &4 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Standard cost estimate in posting period &4 is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

In &v3&, the following was established:
You are attempting to mark the standard cost estimate for material &v1&
in plant &v2& for the future posting period &v4&. The system has
discovered inconsistent data during this process.
The internal costing number is not the same as the costing number of
the material that was costed.
This inconsistency was probably caused by a number range manipulation
or an inconsistent data transfer.

How to fix this error?

The data inconsistency can be repaired as follows:
Create the costing segment again.
Carry out the standard cost estimate for the future posting period
again, and then mark this standard cost estimate for the future posting
period again.
If the costing segment cannot be created again because of updated data,
remove from the system the standard cost estimate whose internal
costing number is referencing an incorrect material (such as by
<DS:GLOS.reorganization>reorganization</>). Then recost and mark again
as described above.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK523 - Standard cost estimate in posting period &4 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message CK523 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the standard cost estimate for a material in the specified posting period. This error typically arises during the posting of transactions that involve materials with standard costs, such as goods movements or inventory postings.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Standard Cost Estimate: The standard cost estimate for the material may not be valid for the specified posting period. This can happen if the cost estimate was not released or if it was changed after the posting period was opened.
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used for the cost estimate may not be set up correctly, or the cost estimate may not have been updated to reflect changes in the material's cost structure.
  Period Closing: If the posting period is closed for accounting purposes, any changes to the standard cost estimate may not be reflected in the system.
  Missing Costing Run: The standard cost estimate may not have been calculated for the relevant period, or the costing run may not have been executed properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Standard Cost Estimate: Verify that the standard cost estimate for the material is valid for the specified posting period. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and checking the costing view.
  Release Cost Estimate: If the cost estimate is not released, you need to release it using transaction code CK40N (Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or CK24 (Release Cost Estimate).
  Update Costing Variant: Ensure that the costing variant used is correctly configured and that the necessary parameters are set up.
  Recalculate Standard Costs: If necessary, perform a new costing run to recalculate the standard costs for the material. Use transaction code CK11N to create a new cost estimate and CK40N to release it.
  Check Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to post. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or post in a different period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of changing cost estimates or posting periods, consult with your finance team or SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK24: Release Cost Estimate
  
  
  Material Master: Check the material master record for the relevant costing information.
  Costing Variants: Review the configuration of costing variants in the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK523 error and ensure that your standard cost estimates are consistent with the posting periods.