How To Fix CKCC044 - Enter either a costing run reference or material master selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKCC - Messages in the Costing Run Cockpit

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Enter either a costing run reference or material master selection

What causes this issue?

On the material selection screen, you entered both a costing run and
selection criteria for material master data. Materials can be selected
on the basis of either an existing costing run or material master data,
but not both.

System Response

Entering both a costing run reference and material master data for
material selection is not permitted.

How to fix this error?

Delete either the costing run or the material master data from the
selection screen.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKCC044 - Enter either a costing run reference or material master selection ?

  The SAP error message CKCC044 ("Enter either a costing run reference or material master selection") typically occurs in the context of the Costing (CK) module when you are trying to execute a costing run or perform a costing analysis without providing the necessary input parameters.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system expects either a costing run reference or a selection of materials to be specified, but neither has been provided. The costing run reference is a specific identifier for a costing run that has been previously created, while the material master selection allows you to specify which materials you want to include in the costing process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you provide the required input parameters. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Costing Run Reference:
  
  If you have a specific costing run reference that you want to use, make sure to enter it in the appropriate field. This reference should correspond to a previously created costing run.
  
  
  
  Material Master Selection:
  
  If you do not have a costing run reference, you can select materials instead. You can do this by:
  
  Using the selection criteria to specify the materials you want to include in the costing run.
  You may need to enter the material numbers, material groups, or other relevant selection criteria.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Input Fields:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct transaction or screen where these inputs are required. Double-check that you are not missing any mandatory fields.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to costing runs and material selection for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues or SAP Support:
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider consulting with colleagues who have experience with the costing module or reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in transactions such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run).
  Costing Variants: Ensure that the costing variant you are using is correctly configured and that it allows for the type of costing you are trying to perform.
  Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to perform costing runs and access the required data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKCC044 error and proceed with your costing activities in SAP.