How To Fix KOSA133 - Costing variant &1 not allowed for simultaneous costing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Costing variant &1 not allowed for simultaneous costing

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.3526B726AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Costing variant</> &V1&
cannot be used for simultaneous costing.
You control whether a costing variant can be used for simultaneous
costing in the <DS:GLOS.3526B71FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>costing type
</>.

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?

Use a costing variant that can be used for simultaneous costing.
To find out which costing variants can be used for simultaneous
costing, go into Customizing for Product Cost by Period (Costing
Variants for Valuation of Internal Activities). In the costing type
under <LS>Order Value Update</>, select <LS>Update actual value</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA133 - Costing variant &1 not allowed for simultaneous costing ?

  The SAP error message KOSA133 indicates that the costing variant specified is not allowed for simultaneous costing. This typically occurs in the context of product costing in SAP, particularly when using the Costing Cockpit or when trying to perform simultaneous costing for multiple versions of a product.
  Cause:
  
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant you are trying to use may not be configured to allow simultaneous costing. Each costing variant has specific settings that determine its behavior, including whether it can be used for simultaneous costing.
  Costing Type Restrictions: The costing type associated with the costing variant may not support simultaneous costing.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or restrictions that prevent the use of certain costing variants for simultaneous costing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant in SAP (Transaction code OKKN).
  Verify that the costing variant is set up correctly and that it is allowed for simultaneous costing. Look for any flags or settings that indicate whether simultaneous costing is enabled.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Costing Variant:
  
  If the current costing variant is not allowed for simultaneous costing, consider using a different costing variant that is configured for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to costing variants and simultaneous costing to understand the specific requirements and configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Check Costing Type:
  
  Ensure that the costing type associated with the costing variant is compatible with simultaneous costing. You may need to adjust the costing type settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system setup and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Costing variants in SAP define how costs are calculated and what parameters are used in the costing process. They can include settings for overhead, valuation methods, and more.
  Simultaneous Costing: This feature allows for the calculation of multiple cost estimates for a product at the same time, which can be useful for comparing different scenarios or versions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKKN (Costing Variants) and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) to navigate the costing configuration and processes effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KOSA133 error and successfully perform costing operations in SAP.