How To Fix KK317 - Costing variant & does not exist for the reference object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Costing variant & does not exist for the reference object

What causes this issue?

Cost estimates for the reference object you edited may not be assigned
to costing variant &v1&.

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?

Assign the cost estimate to a costing variant which is valid for the
reference object.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK317 - Costing variant & does not exist for the reference object ?

  The SAP error message KK317 indicates that the costing variant specified does not exist for the reference object in the context of product costing. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a costing run or valuation, and the system cannot find the appropriate costing variant for the specified object (such as a material, cost center, or internal order).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Costing Variant: The costing variant you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The costing variant may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area or may not be configured correctly.
  Reference Object Issues: The reference object (like a material or order) may not be set up correctly or may not be linked to the costing variant.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the costing variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKKN (Costing Variants) and verify if the costing variant exists.
  Ensure that the costing variant is correctly configured and assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Assign Costing Variant:
  
  If the costing variant does not exist, you may need to create it or assign an existing one to the relevant object.
  Use transaction code OKTZ to assign the costing variant to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Reference Object:
  
  Check the reference object (material, order, etc.) to ensure it is correctly set up and linked to the costing variant.
  For materials, you can check the material master data using transaction code MM03.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the costing variant. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to costing variants and product costing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  OKTZ: Assign Costing Variants
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to costing variants and error KK317.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KK317 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.