How To Fix KE371 - Costing variant stored with start of period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Costing variant stored with start of period

What causes this issue?

In Customizing for Product Costing, costing type &V2& was
assigned to costing variant &V1&. There, the costing date with which
manual costing is to be saved is set as the start of the period.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For this reason, you must enter the relevant period in field
'Period/year' with which the system is to read the product cost
estimate.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE371 - Costing variant stored with start of period ?

  The SAP error message KE371 indicates that a costing variant is stored with a start of period that is not compatible with the current settings or data in the system. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) and product costing, particularly when trying to execute a costing run or when accessing cost estimates.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Period Settings: The costing variant may have been configured with a start of period that does not align with the current fiscal period or the periods defined in the controlling area.
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant might be set up incorrectly, or it may not be valid for the current period.
  Data Locking: There may be data locking issues or inconsistencies in the master data that prevent the costing variant from being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant in SAP (Transaction code OKKN).
  Verify the start of period settings and ensure they are correct and align with the current fiscal year and period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Settings:
  
  If the start of period is incorrect, adjust it to match the current period or the period you intend to work with.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant and periods are correctly defined in the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the cost objects (e.g., materials, cost centers) to ensure there are no inconsistencies or issues that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Costing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to re-run the costing process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the costing variant and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKN (Costing Variants)
  CK11N (Create Cost Estimate)
  CK40N (Costing Run)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify costing variants and related settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE371 error and successfully use the costing variant in your SAP system.