How To Fix CKPRCH003 - A current standard cost estimate is active for material &1 in period &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 003

• Message text: A current standard cost estimate is active for material &1 in period &3

What causes this issue?

You are trying to <DS:GLOS.release>release</> a
<DS:GLOS.standard_cost_estimate>standard cost estimate</> even though
one was already released for the period.

System Response

The standard cost estimate can only be released once in a period.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH003 - A current standard cost estimate is active for material &1 in period &3 ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH003 indicates that there is an active standard cost estimate for a material in a specific period, which prevents certain actions from being performed, such as creating a new cost estimate or making changes to the existing one. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Active Standard Cost Estimate: The error occurs when there is already an active standard cost estimate for the specified material in the given period. This means that the system has locked the cost estimate for that period to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Period Control: The period in question may be closed for changes, or the cost estimate may be in a status that does not allow for further modifications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Cost Estimates:
  
  Use transaction code CK13N (Display Material Cost Estimate) to check if there is an active standard cost estimate for the material in the specified period.
  If there is an active estimate, you may need to wait until the period is open for changes or until the estimate is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Change the Costing Variant:
  
  If you need to create a new cost estimate, consider using a different costing variant or a different period where no active estimates exist.
  
  
  
  Release or Change the Status:
  
  If the active cost estimate is no longer needed, you may consider releasing it or changing its status. This can be done through transaction CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) or CK24 (Release Cost Estimate), depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance/Controlling Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing or releasing a cost estimate, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that any changes align with your organization’s accounting practices.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Ensure that the period is open for posting. If the period is closed, you may need to open it again, depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Understand the costing variants used in your organization, as they define how cost estimates are calculated and managed.
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the material in question to ensure that all relevant fields are correctly set up.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  CK24: Release Cost Estimate
  CK13N: Display Cost Estimate
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost estimates and this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKPRCH003 error and manage your cost estimates effectively.