How To Fix KE399 - No valuation possible using a cost estimate from plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 399

• Message text: No valuation possible using a cost estimate from plant &

What causes this issue?

You tried to valuate data in operating concern &V4& using a product
cost estimate from plant &V1&. This plant is assigned to company code
&V2& and thus cannot be used to valuate in company code &V3&.

System Response

You cannot perform valuation using this plant.

How to fix this error?

The valuation plant must belong to the company code assigned to
operating concern &V4&.
If necessary, contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE399 - No valuation possible using a cost estimate from plant & ?

  The SAP error message KE399 ("No valuation possible using a cost estimate from plant &") typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting when the system is unable to find a valid cost estimate for a specific plant. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The cost estimate for the specified plant may not exist or may not be marked as valid for the relevant period.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant may not be correctly assigned to the material or the cost estimate.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable for the material or plant in question.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to issues in cost estimation.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be compatible with the cost estimate.
  Costing Version: The costing version being used may not be valid or may not have been released.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cost Estimates: Verify that a valid cost estimate exists for the specified plant. You can do this by navigating to the cost estimate transaction (e.g., CK11N) and checking the relevant cost estimates.
  Review Plant Assignment: Ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to the material in the material master (transaction MM03).
  Validate Costing Variant: Check the configuration of the costing variant in the controlling area to ensure it is set up correctly for the material and plant.
  Update Material Master: If necessary, update the material master data to ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out, including the valuation class and costing information.
  Check Valuation Class: Ensure that the valuation class assigned to the material is compatible with the cost estimate.
  Release Costing Version: If you are using a specific costing version, ensure that it has been released and is valid for the period in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Costing Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the controlling module (CO) and material management (MM) to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on cost estimates and related processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KE399 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.