How To Fix KK710 - Cost estimate could not be referenced. See error log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 710

• Message text: Cost estimate could not be referenced. See error log

What causes this issue?

The cost estimate could not be referenced because errors occurred.

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?

Please display the error log (GOTO menu option) and correct the
errors listed there.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK710 - Cost estimate could not be referenced. See error log ?

  The SAP error message KK710 ("Cost estimate could not be referenced. See error log") typically occurs when there is an issue with referencing a cost estimate in the context of controlling (CO) or product costing. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a production order, when trying to settle an order, or when performing other cost-related transactions.
  Causes of Error KK710
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The cost estimate you are trying to reference may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Status: The cost estimate may not be in a status that allows it to be referenced (e.g., it may be marked as "inactive").
  Valuation Variant Issues: The valuation variant used in the cost estimate may not be correctly configured or may not match the requirements of the transaction.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., material master, BOM, routing) that prevent the cost estimate from being referenced.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed, certain cost estimates may not be accessible for new transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost estimate.
  
  Solutions to Error KK710
  
  
  Check the Cost Estimate:
  
  Go to transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) to verify if the cost estimate exists and is active.
  Ensure that the cost estimate is marked as "active" and is not in a "locked" status.
  
  
  
  Review the Error Log:
  
  Check the error log for more detailed information about why the cost estimate could not be referenced. This can often provide specific clues about the underlying issue.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master, BOM, and routing are correctly set up and that they correspond to the cost estimate you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Valuation Variants:
  
  Review the valuation variant settings to ensure they are correctly configured for the cost estimate you are trying to reference.
  
  
  
  Period Management:
  
  If the period is closed, consider opening it if necessary or check if there are any specific settings that prevent referencing cost estimates in closed periods.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and reference the cost estimate.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK13N: Display Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Cost Estimate for Product Costing
  KKF6N: Display Cost Estimate for Orders
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost estimates and product costing.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KK710 error in SAP.