How To Fix KOSA206 - No product cost collector was costed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 206

• Message text: No product cost collector was costed

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a
<DS:GLOS.3526B6F2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>product cost collector</>
that meets the selection criteria you specified. This is due to one or
more of the following reasons:
The product cost collector was not costed because the cost estimate is
currently locked.
The product cost collector was not costed because it has a deletion
flag. Product cost collectors that have a deletion flag are not costed.

System Response

No product cost collector is costed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA206 - No product cost collector was costed ?

  The SAP error message KOSA206 "No product cost collector was costed" typically occurs in the context of Product Costing in SAP, particularly when dealing with cost collectors in the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system could not find any product cost collectors that have been costed for the specified period or criteria.
  Causes:
  
  No Cost Collector Created: There may not be any product cost collectors created for the specified material or production order.
  Costing Run Not Executed: The costing run for the product cost collectors may not have been executed, or it may have failed.
  Incorrect Period: The period for which you are trying to cost the product cost collector may not be valid or may not have any cost data.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly or may not be applicable for the product cost collector.
  Master Data Issues: Missing or incorrect master data (like material master, BOM, routing) can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Product Cost Collector: Verify that the product cost collector exists and is correctly set up. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., COKA) to view the cost collectors.
  Execute Costing Run: If the costing run has not been executed, perform the costing run for the relevant period using transaction CK40N or CK11N.
  Review Period Settings: Ensure that you are working within the correct period and that the period is open for posting in the controlling area.
  Validate Costing Variant: Check the costing variant settings to ensure they are appropriate for the product cost collector you are working with.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (material master, BOM, routing) is complete and accurate. You can use transactions like MM03 for material master and CS03 for BOM to verify this data.
  Consult Logs: If the costing run was executed but still resulted in this error, check the logs for any warnings or errors that might indicate what went wrong.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK40N (Costing Run), CK11N (Single Item Costing), and COKA (Product Cost Collector).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Product Costing and Cost Collectors for a deeper understanding of the processes involved.
  
  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 (CO) for further assistance.