How To Fix KQ503 - Valuation variant & used by unit cost estimates. Cannot delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Valuation variant & used by unit cost estimates. Cannot delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ503 - Valuation variant & used by unit cost estimates. Cannot delete ?

  The SAP error message KQ503 indicates that a valuation variant is being used in unit cost estimates, and therefore, it cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and product costing modules within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Variant Usage: The valuation variant you are trying to delete is currently assigned to one or more cost estimates. This means that the system is preventing the deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Dependencies: The valuation variant may be linked to other configurations or processes within the SAP system, making it necessary to ensure that it is not in use before attempting to delete it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Usage:
  
  Go to the transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run) and check if the valuation variant is being used in any cost estimates.
  You can also use transaction CK30N (Display Cost Estimate) to see if there are existing cost estimates that reference the valuation variant.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If you find that the valuation variant is being used, you will need to either delete or modify the cost estimates that reference it. This may involve changing the valuation variant in the cost estimates or deleting the cost estimates altogether if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the valuation variant is not assigned in any other configuration settings. You can check this in the configuration settings under Controlling > Product Costing > Cost Object Controlling > Valuation Variants.
  
  
  
  Delete the Valuation Variant:
  
  Once you have confirmed that the valuation variant is no longer in use, you can proceed to delete it using transaction OKB9 (Valuation Variants).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Costing Run
  CK30N: Display Cost Estimate
  OKB9: Valuation Variants
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on valuation variants and their role in product costing.
  
  
  Best Practices: Before deleting any configuration or data in SAP, it is advisable to back up relevant data and ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and approvals.
  
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.