How To Fix K3027 - Cost estimate for material & has already been marked for release

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K3 - Material Cost Estimate

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Cost estimate for material & has already been marked for release

What causes this issue?

If a cost estimate is marked for release, the total value calculated by
the cost estimate is transferred to the material master as the future
<DS:GLOS.3526C0EFAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>standard price</>.
When the cost estimate is saved, the marking is cancelled, and the
future standard price currently in the material master record can no
longer be released.

How to fix this error?

Cancel the transaction, or change the cost estimate and carry out
marking again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K3027 - Cost estimate for material & has already been marked for release ?

  The SAP error message K3027 indicates that a cost estimate for a material has already been marked for release, which means that the cost estimate is locked for further changes. This typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and material management when you attempt to create or modify a cost estimate that has already been finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Estimate Already Released: The primary cause of this error is that the cost estimate for the specified material has already been released. Once a cost estimate is released, it cannot be changed or reprocessed without first reversing the release.
  Incorrect Transaction: You may be trying to perform an operation that is not allowed on a released cost estimate, such as attempting to create a new cost estimate or modify an existing one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status of the Cost Estimate: Use transaction code CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) to check the status of the cost estimate for the material in question. Confirm whether it is indeed marked as released.
  Reversal of Release: If you need to make changes to the cost estimate, you will need to reverse the release. This can typically be done using transaction code CKR1 (Reversal of Cost Estimate Release). Note that this action may require appropriate authorizations.
  Create a New Cost Estimate: If the existing cost estimate cannot be reversed or if you need to maintain the current one, consider creating a new cost estimate for the material using transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or CK40N (Create Cost Estimate for Material).
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the process or do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who has experience with cost accounting in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Estimate Types: Understand the different types of cost estimates (e.g., standard cost estimates, planned cost estimates) and their implications on inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to cost estimates in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing cost estimates and understanding their lifecycle.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K3027 error and proceed with your cost estimation tasks in SAP.