How To Fix KQ543 - Cannot delete costing type & (standard cost estimate)

KQ543 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 543

• Message text: Cannot delete costing type & (standard cost estimate)

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to delete all <DS:GLOS.costing_type>costing types</>
for the <DS:GLOS.standard_cost_estimate>standard cost estimate</>. This
is not allowed.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system makes sure there is always at least one costing type for the
standard cost estimate for each <DS:GLOS.valuation_view>valuation
view</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ543 - Cannot delete costing type & (standard cost estimate) ?

  The SAP error message KQ543, which states "Cannot delete costing type & (standard cost estimate)," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a costing type that is associated with a standard cost estimate in the system. This error is a safeguard to prevent the deletion of costing types that are still in use, as it could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and cost management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Standard Cost Estimate: The costing type you are trying to delete is linked to an active standard cost estimate. SAP does not allow the deletion of costing types that are currently in use.
  Dependencies: There may be other dependencies or references to the costing type in various configurations or transactions that prevent its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the costing type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Cost Estimates: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CK13N (Display Material Cost Estimate) and check if there