How To Fix KQ819 - You must enter a costing type if you specify a valuation variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 819

• Message text: You must enter a costing type if you specify a valuation variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ819 - You must enter a costing type if you specify a valuation variant ?

  The SAP error message KQ819, which states "You must enter a costing type if you specify a valuation variant," typically occurs in the context of product costing or material valuation in SAP. This error indicates that when you are trying to perform a costing run or valuation, the system requires a costing type to be specified along with the valuation variant.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Costing Type: You have specified a valuation variant in your costing configuration, but you have not provided a corresponding costing type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the costing settings or the valuation variant setup in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the costing type in the relevant transaction or configuration screen.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KQ819 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Valuation Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the valuation variant (Transaction code: OMWB).
  Ensure that the valuation variant you are using is correctly configured and that it is linked to the appropriate costing type.
  
  
  
  Specify Costing Type:
  
  When you are executing the costing run (e.g., using transaction CK11N or CK40N), make sure to enter a valid costing type in the relevant field.
  The costing type should correspond to the valuation variant you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the costing configuration (Transaction code: OKTZ) and verify that the costing types are correctly defined and assigned to the valuation variants.
  Ensure that the costing type you want to use is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct costing type or valuation variant to use, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who is knowledgeable about the costing setup in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to execute the costing run again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Type: This is a key element in SAP that defines how costs are calculated for materials. Different costing types can be used for different purposes, such as standard costing, actual costing, etc.
  Valuation Variant: This defines how the system values materials and can include various parameters for determining the cost of goods sold, inventory valuation, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), and OMWB (Valuation Variant Configuration) for managing costing in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) or material management (MM) to further investigate the configuration and data setup.