How To Fix CK729 - Costing view could not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 729

• Message text: Costing view could not be created

What causes this issue?

The system has attempted to create a costing view in the material
master record.

System Response

The following error occurred in respect of material &v1& in plant &v2&:
Message class: &v3&
Message number: &v4&

How to fix this error?

Try to remove the cause of the error in the material master:
<DS:TRAN.MM02>Change Material</>
or create the costing view manually:
<DS:TRAN.MM01>Create Material - General</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK729 - Costing view could not be created ?

  The SAP error message CK729, which states "Costing view could not be created," typically occurs during the creation or modification of a material master record in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration or data setup in the system. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The costing view may not be configured properly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the controlling area or the valuation area.
  Material Type Settings: The material type may not be set up to allow for costing views. Certain material types may not support costing.
  Valuation Class Issues: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be linked to a valid account determination in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data, such as a valid cost estimate or a valid BOM (Bill of Materials), may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify costing views.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the costing view is properly configured in the material master settings. This includes checking the settings in the controlling area and valuation area.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Verify that the material type being used allows for the creation of costing views. You can check this in the material type configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Valuation Class:
  
  Check the valuation class assigned to the material and ensure it is correctly set up in the account determination settings.
  
  
  
  Ensure Master Data Completeness:
  
  Make sure that all required master data, such as cost estimates and BOMs, are available and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify costing views. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Recreate Cost Estimate:
  
  If the cost estimate is missing or incorrect, you may need to recreate it using transaction CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01 / MM02: Create/Change Material Master
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Costing Run
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and costing views.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.