How To Fix CK814 - Highest cost estimate was not found -> explosion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Highest cost estimate was not found -> explosion not possible

What causes this issue?

You want to break down the cost estimate for the key specified.
However, as the cost estimate does not exist, an explosion is not
possible.

System Response

The structure cannot be exploded.

How to fix this error?

Check the key specified.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK814 - Highest cost estimate was not found -> explosion not possible ?

  The SAP error message CK814 ("Highest cost estimate was not found -> explosion not possible") typically occurs in the context of product costing and material valuation in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid cost estimate for a material or product when trying to perform a cost estimate explosion. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The most common reason for this error is that there is no valid cost estimate available for the material or product in question. This could be due to the cost estimate not being created or not being marked as active.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the costing variant or the costing run that prevents the system from finding the appropriate cost estimate.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the cost estimate.
  
  
  Costing Version: The costing version being used may not have a valid cost estimate associated with it.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update Cost Estimate:
  
  Check if a cost estimate exists for the material. If not, create a new cost estimate using transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure).
  Ensure that the cost estimate is marked as active (using transaction CK24).
  
  
  
  Check Costing Variant:
  
  Verify the costing variant settings to ensure they are correctly configured to find the cost estimates. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction SPRO).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Check the accounting view and ensure that the relevant costing information is filled out.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Costing Version:
  
  Make sure that you are using the correct costing version that has a valid cost estimate. You can check this in the cost estimate overview.
  
  
  
  Run Costing Simulation:
  
  If applicable, run a costing simulation to see if the cost estimate can be generated or if there are any issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create cost estimates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK24: Mark Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Costing Run
  CK13N: Display Cost Estimate
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on product costing and cost estimates.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK814 error and successfully perform the cost estimate explosion in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.