How To Fix KE644 - Costing sheet & is still being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 644

• Message text: Costing sheet & is still being used

What causes this issue?

Costing sheet &V1& is still used in valuation strategy &V2&.

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

System Response

You cannot delete the consting sheet due to inconsistencies, because
valuation strategy &V2& is assigned to the point of valuation &V3&
in operating concern &V4&, and is thus still in use.

How to fix this error?

First remove costing sheet &V1& from valuation strategy
&V2&, or deactivate the assignment of the valuation strategy in
operating concern &V4&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE644 - Costing sheet & is still being used ?

  The SAP error message KE644 indicates that a costing sheet is still in use, which prevents certain operations from being performed, such as deleting or modifying the costing sheet. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) and product costing modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The costing sheet is assigned to one or more cost elements, cost centers, or internal orders.
  The costing sheet is being used in active cost estimates or in other transactions that reference it.
  There are open periods or transactions that are still utilizing the costing sheet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE644 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check where the costing sheet is being used. You can do this by reviewing cost estimates, cost centers, or internal orders that reference the costing sheet.
  Use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Mass Change of Cost Estimates) to see if the costing sheet is linked to any active cost estimates.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Remove References:
  
  If the costing sheet is linked to cost estimates, you may need to delete or deactivate those estimates before you can modify or delete the costing sheet.
  Ensure that there are no active transactions or postings that reference the costing sheet.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Periods:
  
  Ensure that there are no open periods in the controlling area that would prevent changes to the costing sheet. You may need to close periods if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling costing sheets and related transactions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like OKB9 (Maintain Costing Sheet) to view and manage costing sheets.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Sheets: These are used in SAP to define how costs are calculated for various cost elements and are essential for product costing.
  Cost Estimates: Costing sheets are often linked to cost estimates, which are used to determine the cost of goods manufactured or services provided.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing costing sheets and cost estimates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE644 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.