How To Fix CKBK043 - Costing item &1 is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKBK - Messages of the Valuation Functions

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Costing item &1 is incorrect

What causes this issue?

Costing item &v1& references to costing &v2& with the status <LS>costed
with errors</>.

System Response

Costing item &v1& is designated as incorrect.

How to fix this error?

Check the log for referenced costing &v2& and eliminate the cause of
the error.

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 CKBK043 - Costing item &1 is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message CKBK043, which states "Costing item &1 is incorrect," typically occurs during the costing process in SAP, particularly when dealing with material master data or cost estimates. This error indicates that there is an issue with the costing item specified in the message, which could be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The costing item may not be correctly defined in the material master. This could include missing or incorrect entries in the costing view.
  Missing Costing Variant: The costing variant used for the cost estimate may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary costing items.
  Invalid Costing Item: The costing item referenced may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the costing settings in the controlling (CO) module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the costing item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the costing view for the material in question. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the costing item exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variant:
  
  Check the costing variant settings (transaction code OKKN) to ensure that the costing item is included and configured correctly.
  Make sure that the costing variant is assigned to the appropriate valuation area.
  
  
  
  Validate Costing Item:
  
  Use transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) to see if the costing item can be selected or if it generates the same error.
  If the costing item is invalid, you may need to create or reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that all necessary settings for costing are in place.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team if you suspect configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the costing item. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), and OKKN (Costing Variants).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on material costing and configuration for further insights into how costing items are managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.