How To Fix KK806 - Item &: costing variant requires a cost element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Item &: costing variant requires a cost element

What causes this issue?

The control parameters for costing are linked to a costing variant in
the system. One of the things this costing variant determines is that
all the costing items must be assigned to a cost element.

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?

Enter a cost element for item &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK806 - Item &: costing variant requires a cost element ?

  The SAP error message KK806 ("Item &: costing variant requires a cost element") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform a transaction related to cost accounting, such as creating or processing a cost estimate or a cost object. This error indicates that the system requires a cost element to be specified for the costing variant you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The costing variant you are using does not have a cost element assigned to it. Cost elements are necessary for the system to understand how costs should be allocated and calculated.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the costing variant may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the requirement for a cost element not being met.
  Incorrect Costing Variant: The costing variant being used may not be appropriate for the type of cost estimate or transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ).
  Ensure that the costing variant you are using has a cost element assigned to it. You may need to define or modify the costing variant to include the necessary cost elements.
  
  
  
  Assign Cost Elements:
  
  If the costing variant is missing cost elements, you can assign them by navigating to the relevant configuration settings and adding the required cost elements.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Costing Variant:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct costing variant for your transaction. If necessary, switch to a different costing variant that is properly configured with the required cost elements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to costing variants and cost elements to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Elements: Cost elements are used in SAP to categorize costs and are essential for cost accounting. They can be primary (directly related to costs incurred) or secondary (used for internal allocations).
  Costing Variants: Costing variants define how costs are calculated and can include various parameters such as valuation methods, cost element categories, and more.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKTZ: Maintain Costing Variants
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to resolve the KK806 error in SAP.