How To Fix /PICM/UI206 - Cannot proceed; assign an active cost estimation alternative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Cannot proceed; assign an active cost estimation alternative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI206 - Cannot proceed; assign an active cost estimation alternative ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI206 Cannot proceed; assign an active cost estimation alternative typically occurs in the context of Product Costing within SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot proceed with a particular operation (like creating a cost estimate) because there is no active cost estimation alternative assigned to the material or product in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Estimation Alternative: The primary cause of this error is that the material or product does not have an active cost estimation alternative assigned. Cost estimation alternatives are used to define how costs are calculated for materials.
  Inactive Costing Variant: The costing variant that is supposed to be used for the cost estimation might be inactive or not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the costing settings in the system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or plant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Estimation Alternatives:
  
  Go to the transaction code CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Mass Cost Estimate) and check if the material has a cost estimation alternative assigned.
  If not, you need to assign an active cost estimation alternative to the material.
  
  
  
  Assign Active Cost Estimation Alternative:
  
  Navigate to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Go to the Accounting view and check the Costing 1 and Costing 2 tabs.
  Ensure that a valid costing variant is assigned and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OKKN to check the configuration of the costing variants.
  Ensure that the costing variant you are trying to use is active and properly configured for the relevant controlling area and plant.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Settings:
  
  Check the settings in the controlling area (transaction code OKKP) to ensure that the necessary settings for cost estimation are in place.
  Ensure that the relevant parameters for cost estimation are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the steps to take, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Mass Cost Estimate
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OKKN: Costing Variant Configuration
  OKKP: Controlling Area Settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to cost estimation and the error message you are encountering.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and costing configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your cost estimation activities in SAP.