How To Fix KQ066 - First save the costing variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: First save the costing variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ066 - First save the costing variant ?

  The SAP error message KQ066, which states "First save the costing variant," typically occurs in the context of cost planning or product costing in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires you to save the costing variant before proceeding with further actions, such as executing a costing run or making changes to cost estimates.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: You may have made changes to the costing variant but have not saved them. The system requires that all changes be saved before you can proceed.
  Missing Configuration: The costing variant may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Transaction Sequence: You might be trying to execute a transaction that depends on a costing variant that has not been saved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Save the Costing Variant:
  
  Navigate to the costing variant screen where you made changes.
  Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Click the "Save" button to save the costing variant.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the costing variant is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Verify that all necessary parameters and settings for the costing variant are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Re-execute the Transaction:
  
  After saving the costing variant, re-attempt the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the steps to save the costing variant, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run) to understand where this error might occur.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to save changes to costing variants in your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue 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.