How To Fix CKMLWIP908 - Cost estimate number could not be expanded

CKMLWIP908 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLWIP - WIP Price Determination

• Message number: 908

• Message text: Cost estimate number could not be expanded

What causes this issue?

The material ledger Add On <ZK>WIP Revaluation</> is active in your
System, however actual consumption was posted for cost estimate number
&v1&, but it cannot be expanded.

System Response

The order will not be processed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CKMLWIP908 - Details

• The SAP error message CKMLWIP908 ("Cost estimate number could not be expanded") typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger and cost accounting when the system is unable to retrieve or expand a cost estimate for a material. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The cost estimate for the material in question may not exist or may not be valid for the period being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger or Costing settings that prevent the cost estimate from being accessed.
  Period Closing: The period for which the cost estimate is being requested may be closed, and the system does not allow changes or access to cost estimates in closed periods.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost estimate data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in