How To Fix J3136 - No costing rule could be assigned (&, &, &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 136

• Message text: No costing rule could be assigned (&, &, &)

What causes this issue?

Either no costing rule was found in the allocation table for bank
product &V1& with the current product variant &V2& and the costing rule
validity date &V3& (-> bank product allocation), or the product may not
be assigned for positions (-> required/optional control, relevant
transfer categories).

System Response

The system is unable to save the data.

How to fix this error?

Check the bank product and costing rule allocation (<DS:TRAN.JB1G>bank
product allocation</>) and the <DS:TRAN.JB18>required/optional control
</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3136 - No costing rule could be assigned (&, &, &) ?

  The SAP error message J3136 "No costing rule could be assigned (&, &, &)" typically occurs in the context of product costing or material valuation. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid costing rule for the specified material or product in the given context (the placeholders "&, &, &" usually represent specific identifiers such as material number, plant, or other relevant keys).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Costing Variant: The costing variant may not be defined or assigned correctly in the system.
  Costing Type Not Defined: The costing type for the material or product may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the costing rules in the controlling (CO) module.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to assign a costing rule.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The costing rules may not be defined for the specific plant or location where the material is being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant: Ensure that the costing variant is correctly defined and assigned in the configuration settings. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in the SAP system (Transaction code: OKKN).
  
  
  Define Costing Type: Verify that the costing type is defined for the material in the material master. You can check this in the material master record (Transaction code: MM03).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for product costing in the controlling module to ensure that all necessary settings are in place. This includes checking the costing rules and their assignment to the relevant materials.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the valuation class and costing data.
  
  
  Plant-Specific Costing Rules: If the material is plant-specific, ensure that the costing rules are defined for that specific plant. You can check this in the configuration settings for the specific plant.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on costing rules and their configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), OKKN (Costing Variants), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in product costing.