How To Fix CKECP210 - Select a layout in the costing item display first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKECP - Messages for Easy Cost Planning

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Select a layout in the costing item display first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKECP210 - Select a layout in the costing item display first ?

  The SAP error message CKECP210, which states "Select a layout in the costing item display first," typically occurs in the context of the Costing Item Display (transaction code CKM3N or similar) when a user attempts to perform an action without having selected a layout for the costing items.
  Cause:
  
  No Layout Selected: The primary cause of this error is that the user has not selected a layout for displaying costing items. Layouts define how the data is presented and which fields are included in the display.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain layouts.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the costing layouts in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Layout:
  
  Navigate to the Costing Item Display screen.
  Look for a dropdown or selection box where you can choose a layout.
  Select an appropriate layout that suits your needs for displaying costing items.
  After selecting the layout, try to perform the action again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the layouts. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you are an SAP administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration of costing layouts in the system. Ensure that the layouts are properly defined and available for use.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If users are frequently encountering this error, consider providing training or documentation on how to select layouts in the costing item display.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKM3N (Costing Item Display) and CKM3 (Costing Display).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on costing layouts and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide updates and patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKECP210 error and successfully display costing items in SAP.