How To Fix CK855 - A current standard cost estimate already exists in target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 855

• Message text: A current standard cost estimate already exists in target system

What causes this issue?

There is already a current
<DS:GLOS.3526B6DFAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>standard cost estimate</> in
the target system with costing variant &V1& and version &V2& in period
&V3& of fiscal year &V4& for the
<DS:GLOS.3526B6C3AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>cost component split</> that
you want to transfer.

System Response

The cost estimate is not saved. The existing current standard cost
estimate in the target system is not overwritten.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK855 - A current standard cost estimate already exists in target system ?

  The SAP error message CK855 indicates that a current standard cost estimate already exists in the target system for the material you are trying to process. This typically occurs during the process of creating or updating a standard cost estimate in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when using transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate).
  Cause:
  
  Existing Cost Estimate: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a valid standard cost estimate for the material in the target period. SAP does not allow the creation of a new cost estimate if one already exists for the same period.
  Costing Variant Settings: The costing variant settings may not allow for multiple cost estimates to exist simultaneously for the same material.
  Period Lock: The period in which you are trying to create the cost estimate may be locked for changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Cost Estimates: 
  
  Use transaction CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) to check if a standard cost estimate already exists for the material in question. If it does, you may need to decide whether to use the existing estimate or update it.
  
  
  
  Change or Release Existing Cost Estimate:
  
  If you need to update the existing cost estimate, you can use transaction CK40N to change it. Make sure to release the cost estimate if necessary.
  
  
  
  Delete Existing Cost Estimate:
  
  If the existing cost estimate is no longer needed, you can delete it using transaction CK14N (Delete Cost Estimate). Be cautious with this option, as it may have implications for financial reporting and inventory valuation.
  
  
  
  Check Costing Variant:
  
  Review the settings of the costing variant being used to ensure it allows for the creation of multiple cost estimates if that is your intention.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Ensure that the period is open for posting. You can check this in the controlling area settings or by consulting with your finance team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Understand the configuration of costing variants in your SAP system, as they dictate how cost estimates are created and managed.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, including the valuation class and costing views.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to cost estimates and the CK855 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on cost estimating processes and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK855 error and proceed with your cost estimating activities in SAP.