How To Fix CK546 - Future standard cost estimate for posting period &3 &4 is not marked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Future standard cost estimate for posting period &3 &4 is not marked

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to release the standard cost estimate for material
&v1& in plant &v2& for the future posting period &v3& of fiscal year
&v4&.
Although a standard cost estimate for the future posting period &v3&
&v4& was marked, this cost estimate does not have the costing status
<LS>VO</> (marked).

System Response

Because of this inconsistency, the standard cost estimate cannot be
released.

How to fix this error?

Cost the material again, mark the cost estimate, and release it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK546 - Future standard cost estimate for posting period &3 &4 is not marked ?

  The SAP error message CK546 indicates that a future standard cost estimate for a specific posting period is not marked. This typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and inventory management when you are trying to post transactions that rely on a standard cost estimate that has not been properly marked for use in the specified period.
  Cause:
  
  Unmarked Cost Estimate: The standard cost estimate for the future period has been created but not marked. Only marked cost estimates can be used for postings.
  Incorrect Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use may not align with the periods for which the cost estimate is valid.
  Cost Estimate Not Released: The cost estimate may not have been released or finalized, which is necessary for it to be marked.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the material master that prevent the cost estimate from being marked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Mark the Cost Estimate:
  
  Go to the transaction code CK40N (Change Standard Cost Estimate).
  Select the relevant cost estimate and mark it for the future period.
  Ensure that the cost estimate is released and marked for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Verify that you are trying to post in the correct period. If the period is closed or not open for posting, you may need to adjust your posting date.
  
  
  
  Release the Cost Estimate:
  
  If the cost estimate is not released, you can release it using transaction CK24 (Release Cost Estimate).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area and material master to ensure that everything is set up correctly for future cost estimates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the marking of cost estimates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK40N: Change Standard Cost Estimate
  CK24: Release Cost Estimate
  CK11N: Create Standard Cost Estimate
  CK13N: Display Standard Cost Estimate
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost estimates and error messages.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to mark and release cost estimates.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK546 error and successfully post your transactions. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.