How To Fix RM025 - No cost estimate possible for this product cost collector

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 025

• Message text: No cost estimate possible for this product cost collector

What causes this issue?

No cost estimate is possible because the controlling level of the
product cost collector in question is "product cost plant/planning
plant". To make a cost estimate possible, the product cost collector
has to be valid for a production 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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM025 - No cost estimate possible for this product cost collector ?

  The SAP error message RM025 ("No cost estimate possible for this product cost collector") typically occurs in the context of Product Costing within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to generate a cost estimate for a specific product cost collector. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like material master, routing, or bill of materials) may be incomplete or missing.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be correctly configured or may not be assigned to the product cost collector.
  Costing Run Not Executed: A costing run may not have been executed for the relevant period or for the specific product.
  Incorrect Status: The product cost collector may be in a status that does not allow for cost estimation (e.g., it may be locked or not released).
  Missing Costing Information: There may be missing or incorrect information in the cost collector itself, such as cost elements or cost components.
  Valuation Area Issues: The valuation area may not be set up correctly, or the product may not be assigned to the correct valuation area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (material master, BOM, routing) is complete and correctly maintained.
  Review Costing Variant: Verify that the costing variant is correctly configured and assigned to the product cost collector.
  Execute Costing Run: If applicable, execute the costing run for the relevant period to ensure that cost estimates are generated.
  Check Status: Review the status of the product cost collector to ensure it is in a state that allows for cost estimation.
  Validate Costing Information: Check the cost collector for any missing or incorrect costing information and correct it as necessary.
  Valuation Area Configuration: Ensure that the valuation area is correctly set up and that the product is assigned to the appropriate valuation area.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Costing Run), and CK24 (Display Cost Estimate).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Product Costing and Cost Collector functionality for additional insights and best practices.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform cost estimation activities.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.