How To Fix KOSA111 - Costing variant &1 not allowed for precosting product cost collector

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Costing variant &1 not allowed for precosting product cost collector

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.costing_variant>Costing variant</> &V1& is not intended for
<DS:GLOS.preliminary_costing>preliminary costing</> of
<DS:GLOS.product_cost_collector>product cost collectors</>.
If you want to perform preliminary costing on a product cost collector,
you must choose a costing variant that uses a
<DS:GLOS.costing_type>costing type</> in which the indicator
<LS>Preliminary costing for product cost collectors</> is turned on.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Choose a costing variant using F4 Help.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA111 - Costing variant &1 not allowed for precosting product cost collector ?

  The SAP error message KOSA111 indicates that the costing variant specified is not allowed for precosting a product cost collector. This error typically arises in the context of product costing in SAP, particularly when dealing with cost collectors in the production environment.
  Cause:
  
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant you are trying to use may not be configured to allow precosting for product cost collectors. Each costing variant has specific settings that determine its applicability for different costing processes.
  Costing Variant Assignment: The costing variant may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area or may not be set up correctly for the specific product or cost collector.
  Product Cost Collector Settings: The product cost collector itself may not be set up to use the specified costing variant, or it may be in a status that does not allow precosting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for costing variants in SAP (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Verify that the costing variant you are using is set up correctly for precosting. Ensure that the necessary settings are enabled.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the costing variant is assigned to the appropriate controlling area and is valid for the product cost collector you are working with.
  Check if the costing variant is marked as "active" for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Validate Product Cost Collector Settings:
  
  Review the settings of the product cost collector to ensure it is configured to allow the use of the specified costing variant.
  Check the status of the product cost collector to ensure it is in a state that allows precosting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on costing variants and product cost collectors to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required to identify any additional configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKN: Costing Variants Configuration
  KKS1: Product Cost Collector
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform costing activities in SAP.
  
  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 controlling and product costing.