How To Fix K3021 - No cost estimate found (check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K3 - Material Cost Estimate

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No cost estimate found (check your entry)

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a cost estimate.

How to fix this error?

Check the following entries:
material
costing variant
plant
costing date

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K3021 - No cost estimate found (check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message K3021 "No cost estimate found (check your entry)" typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or controlling when a user attempts to access or process a cost estimate that does not exist for the specified criteria. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a cost estimate for a material or when performing a transaction that requires a cost estimate.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The most common cause is that there is no cost estimate available for the material or object you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Material or Object Number: The material or object number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable for the material or object.
  Date Issues: The cost estimate may not be valid for the date range you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create cost estimates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material/Object Number: Verify that the material or object number you are entering is correct and exists in the system.
  Create a Cost Estimate: If no cost estimate exists, you may need to create one. This can typically be done using transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or CK40N (Create Cost Estimate).
  Review Costing Variants: Ensure that the costing variant you are using is correctly configured and applicable to the material or object.
  Check Validity Dates: Make sure that the cost estimate is valid for the date you are trying to use it. You may need to adjust the date or create a new cost estimate for the required period.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access or create cost estimates. If not, contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N, CK40N, CK24 (Display Cost Estimate), and CK13N (Display Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure).
  Costing Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the controlling module (CO) to ensure that everything is set up correctly for cost estimates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost estimates and the K3021 error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on cost estimates and related processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) to further investigate the problem.