How To Fix CK525 - Marked or released standard cost estimate is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 525

• Message text: Marked or released standard cost estimate is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Material &v1&, valuation area &v2&, valuation type &v3&:
The marked (future), released (current) or previous
<DS:GLOS.3526B6DFAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>standard cost estimate</> for
the above material is inconsistent.

System Response

Cost estimates for the material cannot, therefore, be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Correct the data inconsistency with your own cleanup program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK525 - Marked or released standard cost estimate is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message CK525, which states "Marked or released standard cost estimate is inconsistent," typically occurs during the cost estimate process in SAP, particularly when dealing with material costing. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the standard cost estimate that has been marked or released, which can prevent further processing.
  Causes of CK525 Error
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The cost estimate may have been marked or released with inconsistent data, such as missing or incorrect cost components, or discrepancies in the cost calculation.
  
  
  Changes in Master Data: Changes in material master data, such as changes in the BOM (Bill of Materials) or routing, after the cost estimate has been created can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly, or there may be issues with the configuration of the costing variant.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currency settings are not consistent across the relevant documents, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Costing Run Issues: If the costing run was interrupted or not completed properly, it may leave the cost estimate in an inconsistent state.
  
  
  Solutions to CK525 Error
  
  
  Check Cost Estimate: Review the cost estimate for any inconsistencies. You can do this by navigating to the cost estimate in the CK13N transaction and checking the details.
  
  
  Recalculate Cost Estimate: If inconsistencies are found, you may need to recalculate the cost estimate. You can do this using the CK40N transaction to create a new cost estimate.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing) is correct and consistent. Make any necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration: Verify that the costing variant is correctly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  Analyze Logs: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the inconsistency.
  
  
  Use CK24: If the cost estimate is marked or released but inconsistent, you can use transaction CK24 to reverse the marking or release and then correct the underlying issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the CK525 error for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK13N (Display Cost Estimate), CK40N (Costing Run), and CK24 (Release/Mark Cost Estimate).
  Costing Variants: Understand the configuration of costing variants in your SAP system, as they play a crucial role in how cost estimates are calculated.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your organization has robust processes for managing master data to prevent inconsistencies from arising in the first place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the CK525 error in SAP.