How To Fix CK648 - Reference cost estimate requires cost estimates from 4.0 or later

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 648

• Message text: Reference cost estimate requires cost estimates from 4.0 or later

What causes this issue?

Using reference costing, you are attempting to transfer a cost estimate
for material &V1& in plant &V2& that has already been saved. However,
this cost estimate was saved in a Release prior to 4.0A. Such cost
estimates cannot be transferred using reference costing.

System Response

The cost estimate for material &V1& in plant &V2& is not transferred,
and the material is <ZH>not</> re-costed.

How to fix this error?

Calculate the output base for the reference cost estimate in the
current Release, and save the results.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK648 - Reference cost estimate requires cost estimates from 4.0 or later ?

  The SAP error message CK648 indicates that a reference cost estimate is required, but the system has not found any cost estimates from version 4.0 or later. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or use a reference cost estimate in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the area of product costing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Estimates: The primary cause of this error is that there are no cost estimates available in the system that meet the version requirement (4.0 or later).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost estimates may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to access the required versions.
  Data Migration Issues: If the system has been upgraded from an earlier version of SAP, there may be issues with data migration that prevent older cost estimates from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Cost Estimates:
  
  Go to the transaction code CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) and check if there are any cost estimates available for the material in question.
  Ensure that the cost estimates are from version 4.0 or later.
  
  
  
  Create New Cost Estimates:
  
  If no valid cost estimates exist, you will need to create a new cost estimate using transaction code CK40N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or CK11N (Create Cost Estimate).
  Ensure that the costing variant and other parameters are set correctly to generate a valid cost estimate.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the cost estimate versions are correctly defined and activated.
  You can review the settings in the Customizing menu under Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Costing > Cost Estimate > Maintain Costing Variants.
  
  
  
  Data Migration:
  
  If the system was recently upgraded, verify that all necessary data was migrated correctly. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or a functional consultant to ensure that all relevant data is available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to cost estimates and versioning to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK13N: Display Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and create cost estimates in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK648 error and successfully create or reference the required cost estimates.