How To Fix KK030 - No unit cost estimate exists for reference &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: No unit cost estimate exists for reference &

What causes this issue?

No costing item has been created for the base planning object that you
entered as a reference. This means that no fields could be transferred
from the base planning object.

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?

Check your entries, and enter a base planning object for which a
costing item was created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK030 - No unit cost estimate exists for reference & ?

  The SAP error message KK030 ("No unit cost estimate exists for reference &") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting, particularly when dealing with cost estimates for materials or production orders. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid cost estimate for the specified reference object (e.g., material, production order, etc.).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The most common cause is that there is no cost estimate created for the specified material or production order.
  Incorrect Reference: The reference object (e.g., material number or order number) may be incorrect or not properly maintained in the system.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable for the reference object.
  Data Not Updated: The cost estimate may not have been updated or released after changes were made to the material or production order.
  Valuation Area Issues: The valuation area (plant or company code) may not have a valid cost estimate.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Create a Cost Estimate: If no cost estimate exists, you need to create one. This can be done using transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) or CK40N (Mass Change of Cost Estimates).
  Check Reference Object: Verify that the reference object (material or order) is correct and exists in the system. Ensure that it is properly maintained.
  Review Costing Variants: Check the costing variant settings to ensure they are correctly configured for the type of cost estimate you are trying to create or use.
  Update Cost Estimates: If changes have been made to the material or production order, ensure that the cost estimate is updated and released. You can use CK24 (Release Cost Estimate) for this purpose.
  Check Valuation Areas: Ensure that the valuation area (plant or company code) has a valid cost estimate. You may need to create or adjust the cost estimate for the specific valuation area.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N, CK40N, CK24, and CK13N (Display Cost Estimate).
  Costing Variants: Understand how costing variants work in SAP and how they affect the creation and retrieval of cost estimates.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate, as it plays a crucial role in cost estimation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on creating and managing cost estimates.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) and cost management.