How To Fix CKECP183 - Characteristic &1 deleted from costing model &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKECP - Messages for Easy Cost Planning

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Characteristic &1 deleted from costing model &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKECP183 - Characteristic &1 deleted from costing model &2 ?

  The SAP error message CKECP183 indicates that a characteristic has been deleted from a costing model. This typically occurs in the context of product costing, where characteristics are used to define various attributes of a product or cost object.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Characteristic: The primary cause of this error is that a characteristic that was previously included in the costing model has been deleted. This could happen due to changes in the product structure, updates in the master data, or modifications in the configuration settings.
  Inconsistent Data: If the costing model references a characteristic that no longer exists, it will trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the characteristic was deleted in the source system, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Status: Verify if the characteristic mentioned in the error message is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP.
  Update Costing Model: If the characteristic is no longer needed, you may need to update the costing model to remove references to the deleted characteristic. This can be done in the costing model configuration.
  Restore Characteristic: If the characteristic is still required, consider restoring it in the system. This may involve re-creating the characteristic in the relevant configuration settings.
  Recreate Costing Model: In some cases, it may be necessary to recreate the costing model if it has become corrupted or inconsistent due to the deletion of the characteristic.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or change logs to understand why the characteristic was deleted and whether it was intentional.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run) to analyze and adjust costing models.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the costing model and characteristics.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the costing model functions correctly without the deleted characteristic.
  
  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 costing.