How To Fix KV236 - Cannot calculate target costs with this cost estimate

KV236 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Cannot calculate target costs with this cost estimate

What causes this issue?

The specified <DS:GLOS.costing_variant_type>costing variant type</> is
not permitted.

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?

Check your entry in the <DS:GLOS.target_cost_version>target cost
version</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KV236 - Details

• The SAP error message KV236, which states "Cannot calculate target costs with this cost estimate," typically occurs in the context of cost planning and controlling within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to compute target costs based on the provided cost estimate due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes of Error KV236
  
  
  Cost Estimate Not Released: The cost estimate may not be released or may be in a status that does not allow for target cost calculations.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the cost estimate, such as missing or incorrect master data (e.g., material master, cost center, etc.).
  
  
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used for the cost estimate may not be configured correctly or may not allow for target cost calculations.
  
  
  Missing Validity Period: The cost estimate may not be valid for the period in which you are trying to calculate target