How To Fix CK786 - &1 materials updated with errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 786

• Message text: &1 materials updated with errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK786 - &1 materials updated with errors ?

  The SAP error message CK786 indicates that there are issues with the material master data during the costing process. Specifically, it means that certain materials have been updated with errors, which can prevent the successful completion of cost calculations or other related processes.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields in the material master may be missing or incorrectly filled out.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the costing variant or the valuation area.
  Locked Materials: The materials may be locked for changes due to ongoing processes or transactions.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as incorrect valuation classes or missing cost components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the material data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK786 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the valuation class and other relevant fields are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Check the costing variant settings in transaction code OKKN to ensure they are correctly configured for the materials in question.
  
  
  
  Unlock Materials:
  
  If the materials are locked, check for any ongoing transactions that may be causing the lock. You may need to wait for those transactions to complete or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Analyze Error Logs:
  
  Use transaction code CKMLCP (for actual costing) or CKMLCP (for material ledger) to analyze the error logs and identify specific issues with the materials.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform updates on the material master.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Costing Run:
  
  After addressing the issues, reprocess the costing run to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CKMLCP: Actual Costing/Material Ledger
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material costing and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.