How To Fix K3023 - Cost estimate already exists

K3023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K3 - Material Cost Estimate

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Cost estimate already exists

What causes this issue?

There are time conflicts with the key date of another cost estimate,
which is valid from &V3& to &V4&.

System Response

The cost estimate from &v1& to &v2& cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Change the existing cost estimate, or enter a different period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K3023 - Cost estimate already exists ?

  The SAP error message K3023 ("Cost estimate already exists") typically occurs when you attempt to create a new cost estimate for a material or product that already has an existing cost estimate in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to create a cost estimate for a material that has already been costed or when you are trying to update an existing cost estimate without following the proper procedures.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Cost Estimate: The primary cause of this error is that a cost estimate for the specified material already exists in the system.
  Costing Variant: The costing variant used may not allow for the creation of multiple cost estimates for the same period.
  Costing Period: The cost estimate may be locked due to the period being closed for posting.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an issue with the data being entered, such as incorrect material number or