How To Fix FCO_KKS1H_MESSAGE008 - Target cost version &1 must contain variance variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_KKS1H_MESSAGE - Message Class for KKS1H

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Target cost version &1 must contain variance variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_KKS1H_MESSAGE008 - Target cost version &1 must contain variance variant ?

  The SAP error message FCO_KKS1H_MESSAGE008 indicates that the target cost version specified in your transaction does not contain a variance variant. This error typically arises in the context of controlling and cost accounting, particularly when working with cost center accounting or internal orders.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The target cost version you are trying to use does not have a variance variant defined.
  The configuration for the cost version is incomplete or incorrect.
  The system is unable to find the necessary settings to calculate variances for the specified target cost version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Target Cost Version:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the target cost version in SAP.
  Ensure that the target cost version you are using is correctly set up and active.
  
  
  
  Define Variance Variant:
  
  Navigate to the configuration for variance variants in SAP.
  Ensure that a variance variant is defined for the target cost version you are using.
  You can do this by going to the following path in the SAP menu:
  
  Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Planning -> Variance Calculation -> Define Variance Variants.
  
  
  Create or modify a variance variant as needed.
  
  
  
  Assign Variance Variant to Target Cost Version:
  
  After defining the variance variant, ensure that it is assigned to the target cost version.
  This can typically be done in the same configuration area where you defined the variance variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the cost version and variance settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by running the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OKKP (for controlling area settings) or KKS1 (for variance calculation) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring cost versions and variance variants.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the target cost version is properly configured with a variance variant, you should be able to resolve the error message FCO_KKS1H_MESSAGE008.