How To Fix KV237 - With costing variant type "S" specify a costing variant and version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 237

• Message text: With costing variant type "S" specify a costing variant and version

What causes this issue?

For the desired <DS:GLOS.costing_variant_type>costing variant type</>
for an alternative <DS:GLOS.material_cost_estimate>material cost
estimate</>, you must enter a <DS:GLOS.costing_variant>costing
variant</> and a <DS:GLOS.costing_version>costing version</>.

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?

Enter a costing variant and a costing version.
You can acccess a list of existing cost estimates in the <LS>Product
Cost Controlling Information System</> under <LS>Product Cost Planning
-> Object List -> For Material -> List of Existing Cost Estimates</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV237 - With costing variant type "S" specify a costing variant and version ?

  The SAP error message KV237 indicates that when using costing variant type "S" (which is typically used for standard costing), the system requires you to specify a costing variant and version. This error usually occurs during the execution of a costing run or when trying to perform a cost estimate.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system expects specific parameters to be defined for the costing variant when you are trying to execute a cost estimate. The costing variant type "S" is designed for standard costing, and it needs a corresponding costing variant and version to proceed with the cost calculation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you have specified the costing variant and version correctly in your costing run. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for costing variants in SAP (Transaction code: OKKN).
  Ensure that you have a costing variant defined for type "S" and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Specify Costing Variant and Version:
  
  When executing the cost estimate (e.g., using transaction CK11N or CK40N), make sure to enter the costing variant and version in the appropriate fields.
  The costing variant should correspond to the one you configured for standard costing.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Version:
  
  Ensure that the costing version you are using is valid and has been set up correctly in the system.
  You can check the costing version settings in the configuration (Transaction code: OKKN).
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and execute the costing variant and version.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to execute the cost estimate again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Variants: Costing variants in SAP are used to define how costs are calculated for materials and products. They can include various parameters such as valuation methods, overhead calculations, and more.
  Costing Versions: Costing versions allow you to maintain different cost estimates for the same material or product, which can be useful for planning and analysis.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create cost estimate with quantity structure.
  CK40N: Change cost estimate.
  OKKN: Configuration for costing variants.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.