How To Fix K3029 - The cost estimate has already been released

K3029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K3 - Material Cost Estimate

• Message number: 029

• Message text: The cost estimate has already been released

What causes this issue?

You are trying to recost material &V1& plant &V2& or change an existing
cost estimate. However, a standard cost estimate (with or without
quantity structure) has already been released for this period.

How to fix this error?

If you want to create a cost estimate with this costing variant, choose
a date in the following period or cost using a different version.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K3029 - The cost estimate has already been released ?

  The SAP error message K3029, "The cost estimate has already been released," typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a cost estimate that has already been released in the system. This means that the cost estimate is no longer in a modifiable state, as it has been finalized and is likely being used for further processes such as pricing, accounting, or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Estimate Released: The primary cause of this error is that the cost estimate you are trying to modify or reprocess has already been released. Once a cost estimate is released, it is locked for further changes to maintain data integrity.
  Incorrect Transaction: You may be using a transaction that is not intended for modifying released cost estimates.
  User Permissions: In some cases, user permissions may restrict access to modify certain cost estimates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the cost estimate. You can do this by navigating to the