How To Fix CK_MCSO007 - Error while reading requirements class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK_MCSO - Messages for Mass Costing of Sales Documents

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Error while reading requirements class

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to read requirements class &V1&. However, this
requirements class has not been defined in Customizing for <ZK>Product
Cost by Sales Order</>.

System Response

Processing continues with the next item.

How to fix this error?

Check the customizing settings for <ZK>Product Cost by Sales Order</>
under <ZK>Control of Sales-Order-Related Production/Product Cost by
Sales Order -> Check Requirements Classes</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK_MCSO007 - Error while reading requirements class ?

  The SAP error message CK_MCSO007, which indicates "Error while reading requirements class," typically occurs in the context of material costing or when working with cost estimates in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or inconsistencies in the master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Requirements Class: The requirements class that is being referenced in the cost estimate may not exist or may not be properly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the costing variant or the requirements class may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the costing view.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the requirements class or related data.
  Transport Issues: If the requirements class was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Requirements Class: Verify that the requirements class exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings for costing and checking the requirements class settings.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the costing variant and requirements class are correctly configured. You can check this in the SPRO transaction under "Controlling" -> "Product Cost Controlling" -> "Cost Object Controlling" -> "Define Requirements Class."
  Validate Master Data: Check the material master data for the relevant materials to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, especially in the costing view.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the requirements class and related data.
  Transport Check: If the requirements class was recently transported, check for any transport errors or missing objects. You may need to re-transport or adjust the configuration.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the specific point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to reproduce the error and gather more context.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Product Cost Controlling and requirements classes for a deeper understanding of how they function and interact.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.