How To Fix KE376 - Costing variant stored with start of period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 376

• Message text: Costing variant stored with start of period

What causes this issue?

In Customizing for Product Costing, costing type &V2& is
assigned to costing variant &V1&. There, the date with which automatic
costing is to be saved was 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 product cost estimate is to be read.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE376 - Costing variant stored with start of period ?

  The SAP error message KE376 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 due to changes in the configuration or master data.
  Data Locking: There may be data locking issues if another user or process is currently using the costing variant or if the period is locked for posting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant in transaction code OKKN (Costing Variants).
  Verify the settings, especially the "Start of Period" field, and ensure it is set correctly for the current fiscal year and period.
  
  
  
  Review Period Settings:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant and the periods defined in the controlling area (transaction code OB52).
  Ensure that the period you are trying to use is open for posting and that the costing variant is valid for that period.
  
  
  
  Unlock Periods:
  
  If the period is locked, you may need to unlock it temporarily to perform the costing run. This can be done in transaction code OB52, but be cautious and ensure that it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the KE376 error message. There may be additional context or updates that could be relevant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Execute Costing Run
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to the KE376 error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE376 error and implement a solution to resolve it.