How To Fix KQ364 - This costing variant is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 364

• Message text: This costing variant is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You attempted to use a
<DS:GLOS.3526B726AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>costing variant</> that is
not intended for the costing of a
<DS:GLOS.3526C72DAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>sales order</>. This costing
variant can not be used for cost estimates without dialogue.
&what_to_do&
Select an appropriate costing variant for sales order costing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ364 - This costing variant is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KQ364, which states "This costing variant is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of product costing or when trying to perform a cost estimate in SAP. This error indicates that the costing variant you are trying to use is not permitted for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Costing Variant Configuration: The costing variant may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be inactive or not assigned to the relevant controlling area or company code.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified costing variant.
  Costing Variant Assignment: The costing variant may not be assigned to the material or the specific valuation area you are working with.
  Costing Type Restrictions: The costing variant may be restricted to certain costing types, and the operation you are trying to perform does not meet those criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for costing variants in SAP (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that the costing variant is active and properly configured for the relevant controlling area and company code.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to use the costing variant.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the costing variant is assigned to the material and that the valuation area is correct.
  
  
  
  Costing Type Settings:
  
  Review the costing type settings in the configuration to ensure that the costing variant is allowed for the type of costing you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the costing variant and its allowed uses.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKN (Costing Variants)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  CK11N (Create Cost Estimate)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to costing variants.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KQ364 error and implement a solution to resolve it.