How To Fix CKBK617 - Program error: costing date from is blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKBK - Messages of the Valuation Functions

• Message number: 617

• Message text: Program error: costing date from is blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKBK617 - Program error: costing date from is blank ?

  The SAP error message CKBK617 ("Program error: costing date from is blank") typically occurs in the context of product costing or when executing a costing run in SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting a "costing date" to be provided, but it is missing or not specified in the relevant transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Costing Date: The most common cause is that the costing date has not been specified in the transaction or configuration where the costing run is being executed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the costing variant or the settings related to the costing run.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently left the costing date field blank during data entry.
  Programmatic Errors: There could be a bug or issue in the custom code or enhancements that are affecting the costing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Costing Date: Ensure that the costing date is filled in the relevant fields when executing the costing run. This can usually be done in the transaction where the costing is initiated.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the costing variant and ensure that all required fields, including the costing date, are properly set up.
  Review User Input: If the error occurs during manual entry, double-check that all required fields are filled out correctly before executing the transaction.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction to identify where the costing date is being set or why it is being left blank.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a programmatic error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in transactions related to costing, such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Costing Run), or CKMLCP (Actual Costing).
  Costing Variants: Review the costing variant settings in the configuration (transaction code OKKN) to ensure that all necessary parameters are defined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the CKBK617 error in SAP.