How To Fix CKBK034 - Costing period from &1 to &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKBK - Messages of the Valuation Functions

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Costing period from &1 to &2 is invalid

What causes this issue?

The validity period of the costing from &v1& to &v2& must fall within
the validity period from &v3& to &v4& of the superior cost estimate.

System Response

The change is not transferred.

How to fix this error?

Either enter a valid value or change the validity period of the
superior cost estimate.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKBK034 - Costing period from &1 to &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message CKBK034 indicates that the costing period specified in a transaction is invalid. This typically occurs during the process of cost calculation or when trying to perform a transaction that involves cost accounting, such as creating or changing a cost estimate.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Costing Period: The costing period specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The period being closed or not yet opened in the controlling area.
  The period being outside the range of valid periods defined in the system.
  The period being incorrectly specified in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The controlling area may not be properly configured to allow for the specified costing period.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or cost object may not be set up correctly, leading to the use of an invalid period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Period: Verify the costing period specified in the transaction. Ensure that it falls within the valid range of periods for the controlling area.
  
  
  Open/Close Periods: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OKP1 (for controlling area) or OKP2 (for periods) to check if the period is open or closed.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it if it is necessary for your transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the period is not valid due to configuration issues, you may need to adjust the settings in the controlling area to ensure that the periods are correctly defined.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the relevant cost object or material to ensure that it is correctly set up and that it references valid periods.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the periods, consult the SAP documentation or your internal SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKP1: Maintain Control Parameters
  OKP2: Maintain Periods
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Mass Change of Cost Estimates
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to costing periods.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the periods in the controlling area.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKBK034 error and proceed with your costing activities in SAP.