How To Fix KV185 - Valuation at target costs on basis of current standard cost estimate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Valuation at target costs on basis of current standard cost estimate

What causes this issue?

The work in process or scrap was valuated in accordance with the
valuation variant defined in Customizing for Product Cost by Order or
Period in the <LS>valuation variant for work in process and scrap</> at
the target costs calculated on the basis of the standard cost estimate.
If you are using a valuated sales order stock, then for the <LS>current
cost estimate</> the system selects the cost estimate that was used to
calculate the standard price for the valuated sales order stock.
You define which cost estimate is used to calculate the standard price
under <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORKKOVZG>Check requirements classes</>.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV185 - Valuation at target costs on basis of current standard cost estimate ?

  The SAP error message KV185 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation of a material or product at target costs based on the current standard cost estimate. This error typically arises in the context of product costing and can occur during various processes, such as during the execution of a production order or when performing a cost estimate.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Cost Estimate: The current standard cost estimate may not be available or may not have been released for the material in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the costing variant or valuation variant that prevent the system from correctly calculating the target costs.
  Costing Run Issues: If the costing run has not been executed properly or if there are inconsistencies in the costing data, this error can occur.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, including the valuation class or costing views.
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used may not be appropriate for the valuation method being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Standard Cost Estimate: Ensure that a valid standard cost estimate exists for the material. You can do this by navigating to the material master and checking the costing view.
  Release Standard Cost Estimate: If a standard cost estimate exists but is not released, you will need to release it using transaction code CK40N or CK11N.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the costing variant and valuation variant to ensure they are set up correctly. This can be done in the SPRO configuration settings.
  Run Costing: If the costing run has not been executed, perform a costing run for the relevant materials using transaction CK40N.
  Validate Material Master: Review the material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information, particularly in the costing views.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and related processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Execute Costing Run
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Costing Variants: Understand the different costing variants and how they affect the valuation process.
  Material Valuation: Familiarize yourself with the principles of material valuation in SAP, including standard costing and target costing methodologies.
  
  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 product costing.