How To Fix KN113 - Active cost estimate for material &/& read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Active cost estimate for material &/& read

What causes this issue?

You chose a target cost version for the target/actual comparison that
calculates the target costs on the basis of the
<DS:GLOS.standard_cost_estimate>standard cost estimate</> for the
material produced. The active standard cost estimate is the standard
cost estimate whose results were written to the material master record
when the cost estimate was released. These results also form the basis
for material valuation in the MM module.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN113 - Active cost estimate for material &/& read ?

  The SAP error message KN113 ("Active cost estimate for material &/& read") typically occurs when there is an issue with the cost estimate for a material in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a sales order, when trying to access material master data, or when performing inventory valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Estimate: The most common cause is that there is no active cost estimate available for the specified material. This can happen if the cost estimate has not been created or if it has been marked as inactive.
  Incorrect Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in retrieving the cost estimate.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data or in the cost estimate records.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed in the system, it may prevent access to certain cost estimates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Estimates: Go to the transaction code CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) and check if there is an active cost estimate for the material in question. If not, you may need to create a new cost estimate using transaction CK40N (Create Cost Estimate).
  Activate Cost Estimate: If a cost estimate exists but is inactive, you can activate it using transaction CK24 (Activate Cost Estimate).
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data (transaction MM03) to ensure that the valuation class and other relevant fields are correctly set up.
  Recreate Cost Estimate: If the cost estimate is corrupted or incorrect, consider recreating it.
  Check Period Closing: Ensure that the relevant periods are open for posting. If they are closed, you may need to reopen them or wait until the next period.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK13N: Display Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK24: Activate Cost Estimate
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage cost estimates and material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.