How To Fix CKCC055 - Group valuation is not active. Choose a different costing variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Group valuation is not active. Choose a different costing variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKCC055 - Group valuation is not active. Choose a different costing variant ?

  The SAP error message CKCC055, which states "Group valuation is not active. Choose a different costing variant," typically occurs in the context of product costing and valuation in SAP. This error indicates that the costing variant you are trying to use is configured for group valuation, but group valuation is not currently active in your system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Group Valuation: The primary cause of this error is that the group valuation is not activated in the controlling area or the company code settings.
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant you are using may be set up to require group valuation, but the necessary configurations to support this are not in place.
  Missing Settings: There may be missing settings in the controlling area or the valuation area that prevent group valuation from being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CKCC055 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Group Valuation Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Cost Object Controlling > Define Costing Variants.
  Check the costing variant you are using and see if it is set to require group valuation.
  
  
  
  Activate Group Valuation:
  
  If group valuation is required, you may need to activate it in your controlling area.
  Go to Controlling > General Settings > Activate Group Valuation and ensure that it is activated.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different Costing Variant:
  
  If group valuation is not needed, you can select a different costing variant that does not require group valuation.
  This can be done in the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., CK11N for cost estimate).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to costing variants and group valuation for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the costing variant settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Costing variants define how costs are calculated and can include settings for group valuation, overhead calculation, and more.
  Group Valuation: This is a method used in SAP to consolidate valuations across different company codes or controlling areas, allowing for a unified view of costs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), and SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Product Cost Controlling.