How To Fix RM105 - No costing variant exists in product cost collector &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 105

• Message text: No costing variant exists in product cost collector &1

What causes this issue?

No costing variant has been entered in product cost collector &V1&.
Therefore, the system cannot find a cost estimate for this product cost
collector.

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 in product cost collector &V1& and carry out a
cost estimate for the product cost collector.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM105 - No costing variant exists in product cost collector &1 ?

  The SAP error message RM105 "No costing variant exists in product cost collector &1" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a costing operation in the Product Cost Collector (PCC) and the system cannot find a valid costing variant associated with the specified product cost collector.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Costing Variant: The primary cause of this error is that there is no costing variant defined for the product cost collector you are trying to use. Costing variants are essential for determining how costs are calculated and managed in SAP.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product cost collector may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a costing variant.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the costing variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RM105 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Costing Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKKN (Costing Variants) and verify if the costing variant exists.
  Ensure that the costing variant is correctly configured and assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Assign Costing Variant to Product Cost Collector:
  
  Use transaction code KKS1 (Product Cost Collector) to check the settings for the specific product cost collector.
  Ensure that a valid costing variant is assigned to the product cost collector.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Costing Variant:
  
  If the costing variant does not exist, you may need to create a new one using transaction code OKKN.
  If it exists but is not assigned, you can assign it to the product cost collector.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, including the costing views. Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error is resolved and that costing can be executed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  KKS1: Product Cost Collector
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to costing variants and product cost collectors.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to costing variants and product cost collectors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RM105 error and successfully perform costing operations in SAP.