How To Fix CK_MCSO008 - Item cannot be costed. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Item cannot be costed. See long text

<ZK>&CAUSE&</>
The settings in Customizing for requirements type &V1& specify that the
item may not be costed or can only be costed without a status update.

System Response

Processing continues with the next item.

How to fix this error?

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

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

Note
You can remove this message from the log with the Customizing
transaction <DS:TRAN.OPR4_CKMC>User-Defined Error Management for Mass
Costing of Sales Orders</>. The item will still not be costed, however.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK_MCSO008 - Item cannot be costed. See long text ?

  The SAP error message CK_MCSO008, which states "Item cannot be costed. See long text," typically occurs during the costing process in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials in the Material Ledger or during the costing run. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the system from calculating the cost for a specific item.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The material may not have the necessary master data set up, such as a valid valuation class, costing variant, or price control indicator.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be configured correctly or may not be applicable for the item in question.
  Material Status: The material might be blocked for costing due to its status (e.g., inactive, blocked).
  Valuation Issues: There may be issues with the valuation of the material, such as missing or incorrect valuation data.
  Period Closing: The period for which the costing is being executed may be closed, preventing any changes or calculations.
  Item Type: The item may be of a type that is not allowed for costing (e.g., certain non-stock items).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Verify the valuation class, price control (standard price or moving average), and other relevant fields.
  Review Costing Variant: Check the costing variant settings to ensure they are appropriate for the item being costed. Make sure the variant is active and correctly configured.
  Material Status: Verify the status of the material. If it is blocked or inactive, you may need to change its status to allow costing.
  Valuation Data: Ensure that the valuation data for the material is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing prices or incorrect entries.
  Open Period: Check if the period is open for costing. If it is closed, you may need to open it or wait until the next period.
  Item Type Validation: Confirm that the item type is valid for costing. If it is not, consider using a different item type or adjusting the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message often provides specific details about why the item cannot be costed. It is essential to review this text for additional context.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Costing Run), or MM03 (Display Material) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on costing processes and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling and costing.