How To Fix KQ062 - First save costing variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 062

• Message text: First save costing variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ062 - First save costing variant ?

  The SAP error message KQ062, which states "First save costing variant," typically occurs in the context of product costing or cost planning in SAP. This error indicates that the costing variant you are trying to use has not been saved yet, which is a prerequisite for performing any costing activities.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Costing Variant: The costing variant you are attempting to use has not been saved in the system. This can happen if you are in the process of creating or modifying a costing variant and have not completed the save operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the costing variant, such as missing required fields or settings that need to be defined before saving.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Save the Costing Variant:
  
  Navigate to the costing variant configuration screen.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Click the "Save" button to save the costing variant.
  After saving, you should be able to proceed with your costing activities without encountering the KQ062 error.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are still facing issues after saving, review the configuration settings of the costing variant to ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Make sure that the costing variant is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify costing variants in SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Costing variants in SAP are used to define how costs are calculated for materials and products. They include settings for valuation methods, cost components, and other parameters.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run) to work with costing variants.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for detailed steps on creating and managing costing variants.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.