How To Fix KOSA201 - No preliminary cost estimate for product cost collector &1 found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No preliminary cost estimate for product cost collector &1 found

What causes this issue?

No <DS:GLOS.preliminary_costing>preliminary cost estimate</> could be
found for the <DS:GLOS.product_cost_collector>product cost
collector</>.

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?

Create a preliminary cost estimate for the product cost collector if
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA201 - No preliminary cost estimate for product cost collector &1 found ?

  The SAP error message KOSA201 indicates that there is no preliminary cost estimate available for the specified product cost collector. This error typically arises in the context of product costing and can occur during various processes, such as when trying to settle costs or when performing a cost analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preliminary Cost Estimate: The most common cause is that a preliminary cost estimate has not been created for the product cost collector in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the product cost collector or the related master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the product or cost collector, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable to the product cost collector.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Preliminary Cost Estimate:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure) to create a preliminary cost estimate for the product cost collector.
  Ensure that all necessary data (e.g., BOM, routing, and master data) is correctly maintained before creating the estimate.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the product cost collector in the controlling area and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Check the costing variant settings to ensure they are appropriate for the product cost collector.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data, BOM, and routing are correctly maintained and relevant for the product cost collector.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Run Costing Run:
  
  If applicable, run a costing run using transaction CK40N (Costing Run) to generate the necessary cost estimates for the product cost collector.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on product costing and cost collectors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Costing Run
  CK24: Display Cost Estimate
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage cost estimates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in controlling (CO) and product costing.