How To Fix CK542 - Release with valuation type & required for separate valuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 542

• Message text: Release with valuation type & required for separate valuation

What causes this issue?

You are using the split valuation method of materials. Therefore, a cost
estimate must be released with valuation type &v1&.

System Response

The cost estimate cannot be released.

How to fix this error?

Release the cost estimate with valuation type &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK542 - Release with valuation type & required for separate valuation ?

  The SAP error message CK542 indicates that a release with a valuation type is required for separate valuation. This error typically occurs in the context of product costing and inventory valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that have multiple valuation types or when separate valuation is configured.
  Cause:
  The error CK542 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Valuation Type Not Specified: The system requires a valuation type to be specified for the material, but it is missing or not properly configured.
  Separate Valuation Configuration: The material is set up for separate valuation, but the necessary valuation type is not assigned or is incorrectly configured.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect settings in the accounting view.
  Costing Variant Settings: The costing variant may not be set up to handle the valuation types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK542 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the accounting view for the material in question.
  Ensure that the valuation type is correctly assigned and that the material is set up for separate valuation if required.
  
  
  
  Review Valuation Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the valuation types are defined in the system (transaction code OMWB).
  Check if the valuation type is active and properly linked to the relevant valuation area.
  
  
  
  Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Review the costing variant settings (transaction code OKKN) to ensure that it is configured to handle separate valuation and valuation types correctly.
  Make sure that the costing variant allows for the valuation types you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Release the Costing:
  
  If the costing run is being executed, ensure that all necessary data is in place before releasing the costing. You may need to re-run the costing after making the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on handling valuation types and separate valuation.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Sometimes, specific issues may be addressed in SAP Notes or patches. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OMWB: Define Valuation Types
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: For detailed information on material valuation and costing, refer to the SAP Help Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community for discussions and solutions related to specific errors and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CK542 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.