How To Fix KQ212 - Target cost version is not suitable for variance version -> F1

KQ212 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Target cost version is not suitable for variance version -> F1

What causes this issue?

Variance version 0 is relevant to settlement. In this case, the only
comparison allowed in the target cost version is the standard cost
estimate.

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?

Display a suitable target cost version by pressing F4, or maintain the
target cost version via the menu options Table view -> Other view ->
Target cost version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ212 - Target cost version is not suitable for variance version -> F1 ?

  The SAP error message KQ212 indicates that the target cost version you are trying to use is not suitable for the variance version you are working with. This error typically arises in the context of controlling and cost accounting, particularly when dealing with cost planning and variance analysis.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Versions: The target cost version and the variance version may not be compatible. This can happen if the target cost version is not set up correctly or if it is not intended for use with the specific variance version.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the target cost version may not be complete or may not align with the settings of the variance version.
  Version Status: The target cost version might be inactive or not released for the period you are trying to analyze.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the target cost version and the variance version.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Settings: Verify the