How To Fix CKWB017 - Cost estimate for material & in plant & status & cannot be deactivated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKWB - Production lot costing messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Cost estimate for material & in plant & status & cannot be deactivated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKWB017 - Cost estimate for material & in plant & status & cannot be deactivated. ?

  The SAP error message CKWB017 indicates that a cost estimate for a specific material in a particular plant cannot be deactivated. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or conditions that prevent the deactivation of the cost estimate. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Active Dependencies: The cost estimate may be linked to active production orders, purchase orders, or other transactions that rely on the cost estimate.
  Status of the Cost Estimate: The cost estimate might be in a status that does not allow deactivation, such as being marked as "active" or "released."
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used for the cost estimate may have settings that prevent deactivation.
  Historical Data: If the cost estimate is used in historical data or reports, it may not be allowed to be deactivated.
  Material Master Settings: Certain settings in the material master record may restrict changes to cost estimates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any active transactions (like production orders or purchase orders) that may be using the cost estimate. You may need to close or complete these transactions before deactivating the cost estimate.
  Review Cost Estimate Status: Ensure that the cost estimate is not in a status that prevents deactivation. You may need to change its status or create a new cost estimate.
  Use Transaction CKR1: If you need to deactivate a cost estimate, you can use transaction CKR1 (Deactivate Cost Estimate) to attempt the deactivation process.
  Consult with Finance/Controlling Team: If you are unsure about the implications of deactivating a cost estimate, consult with your finance or controlling team to understand the impact on financial reporting and analysis.
  Check Material Master: Review the material master settings to ensure there are no restrictions on changing cost estimates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), and CKR1 (Deactivate Cost Estimate).
  Costing Variants: Understand the settings in your costing variants, as they can affect how cost estimates are created and managed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on cost estimates and their management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost estimates and deactivation.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.