How To Fix CK598 - Plant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 598

• Message text: Plant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to cost a material in plant &v1&, but this plant
cannot be found.
A possible explanation for this is that the plant in the special
procurement type for stock transfer or production does not exist.

System Response

Costing or the costing run is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Go into Customizing and check the plant in the special procurement type
for stock transfer or production.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK598 - Plant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CK598, which states "Plant & does not exist," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified plant in the database. This can happen in various contexts, such as during material master data processing, cost estimation, or when performing inventory management tasks.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Plant Not Created: The plant may not have been created in the system yet.
  Plant Deactivation: The plant may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the plant data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Plant Code: Check the plant code you are using for any typos or errors. Ensure that it matches the correct format and naming conventions.
  Check Plant Existence: Use transaction code OX10 (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Logistics Execution > Master Data > Define Plants) to verify if the plant exists in the system.
  Create Plant: If the plant does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code OX10 or through the appropriate configuration path.
  Check Plant Status: If the plant exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or check with your system administrator for further actions.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the plant. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your user roles.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that all settings related to the plant are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX10: Define Plants
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on plant configuration and management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.