How To Fix KO325 - Actual costing variant does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Actual costing variant does not exist

What causes this issue?

If you create a run schedule with a <GL:product_cost_collector>product
cost collector</>, the system automatically enters default values for
the costing procedure in the order master.
In this case, the system could not find a default parameter to control
the valuation of completion confirmations.

How to fix this error?

Go into Customizing, select the order type for the product cost
collector, and assign a costing variant to it, for the valuation of
completion confirmation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO325 - Actual costing variant does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KO325, which states "Actual costing variant does not exist," typically occurs in the context of actual costing in SAP Controlling (CO) when the system cannot find a valid actual costing variant for the specified parameters. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to execute a transaction related to actual costing or when running reports that require actual costing data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The actual costing variant has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The actual costing variant may not be assigned to the controlling area or may not be properly configured.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect costing variant in the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Actual Costing/Material Ledger > Define Actual Costing Variants.
  Ensure that the actual costing variant you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Assign Actual Costing Variant:
  
  Ensure that the actual costing variant is assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  This can be done in the same configuration path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction or report where the error occurred to ensure that the correct actual costing variant is being used.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional steps or considerations specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKB9: Define Actual Costing Variants
  OKB2: Assign Actual Costing Variants to Controlling Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the actual costing variant settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling.