How To Fix CK683 - Costing variant/version combination cannot be marked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 683

• Message text: Costing variant/version combination cannot be marked

What causes this issue?

You have created a costing run with the costing variant &v1& and
costing version &v2&, and you want to mark them. Marking was allowed
for another combination of costing variant and valuation variant within
the organizational measure.

System Response

Marking is not possible for costing variant &v1& with costing version
&v2&.

How to fix this error?

Check which costing variants/costing versions can be marked.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK683 - Costing variant/version combination cannot be marked ?

  The SAP error message CK683, which states "Costing variant/version combination cannot be marked," typically occurs in the context of product costing in SAP. This error can arise due to several reasons related to the configuration of costing variants and versions. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Costing Variant Not Configured Properly: The costing variant may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  Version Not Active: The version you are trying to mark may not be active or may not have been defined correctly in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to mark the costing variant/version combination.
  
  
  Costing Type Issues: The costing type associated with the variant may not be compatible with the version you are trying to mark.
  
  
  Locked or Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies or locks in the data that prevent the marking of the costing variant/version combination.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for costing variants (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the costing variant is correctly configured and assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Version Status:
  
  Check if the version you are trying to mark is active. You can do this in the version management settings (Transaction code: OKKN).
  If the version is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the marking operation. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Costing Type:
  
  Verify that the costing type associated with the costing variant is compatible with the version you are trying to mark.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the costing data to identify any locks or inconsistencies. You can use transaction CK11N to check the costing data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  OKKN: Maintain Costing Variants
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on costing variants and versions.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.