How To Fix CK734 - Inconsistency found for mixed cost estimate for material & in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 734

• Message text: Inconsistency found for mixed cost estimate for material & in plant &

What causes this issue?

When referencing a cost estimate for material &v1& in plant &V2&, the
cost estimate for procurement alternative &V3& could not be determined.
The mixed cost estimate is inconsistent.

System Response

The reference cost estimate cannot be executed correctly.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK734 - Inconsistency found for mixed cost estimate for material & in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CK734 indicates that there is an inconsistency found in the mixed cost estimate for a specific material in a particular plant. This error typically arises during the cost estimate process when the system detects discrepancies in the cost components or the configuration of the cost estimate.
  Causes of CK734 Error
  
  Inconsistent Cost Components: The cost components used in the mixed cost estimate may not align correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Issues with material master data, such as missing cost estimates or incorrect valuation classes, can trigger this error.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be configured correctly, or it may not support mixed costing.
  Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to the material master or cost components, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrectly Defined Costing Sheets: If the costing sheets are not set up properly, it can lead to errors during the costing process.
  
  Solutions to CK734 Error
  
  Check Cost Components: Review the cost components in the mixed cost estimate to ensure they are consistent and correctly defined.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate. Check for any missing cost estimates or incorrect valuation classes.
  Review Costing Variant: Check the configuration of the costing variant being used. Ensure it supports mixed costing and is set up correctly.
  Recreate Cost Estimate: If inconsistencies persist, consider recreating the cost estimate from scratch to ensure all components are correctly aligned.
  Check Costing Sheets: Review the costing sheets to ensure they are defined correctly and that all necessary parameters are included.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK24 (Display Cost Estimate) to analyze and troubleshoot the cost estimates.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on mixed costing and cost estimate processes.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the CK734 error in your SAP system.