How To Fix C+085 - The material ledger is productive in valuation area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: The material ledger is productive in valuation area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+085 - The material ledger is productive in valuation area & ?

  The SAP error message C+085 indicates that the Material Ledger is productive in the specified valuation area. This typically means that the system is set up to use the Material Ledger for actual costing, and certain operations or transactions cannot be performed because of this setting.
  Cause:
  
  Material Ledger Activation: The Material Ledger has been activated for the valuation area, which means that the system expects all transactions related to materials in that area to be processed through the Material Ledger.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions, such as changing material master data or performing certain inventory adjustments, may not be allowed when the Material Ledger is in a productive state.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the intended use of the Material Ledger.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Ledger Settings: Verify the configuration of the Material Ledger in the relevant valuation area. Ensure that it is set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  Review Transaction: Identify the specific transaction that triggered the error. If it is not compatible with the productive Material Ledger, consider whether the transaction can be modified or if an alternative approach is needed.
  Deactivate Productive Mode: If necessary and if it aligns with your business processes, you can consider deactivating the productive mode of the Material Ledger. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires a thorough understanding of the implications.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling the Material Ledger and the implications of its productive status.
  Seek Expert Assistance: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the changes, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your internal SAP support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: The Material Ledger is a tool in SAP that allows for actual costing and provides detailed information about material movements and valuations.
  Valuation Area: This is typically defined at the plant level in SAP and determines how materials are valued and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to the Material Ledger and error C+085.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate), and others that may be impacted by the Material Ledger settings.
  
  Always ensure that any changes made to the configuration or processes are thoroughly tested in a non-production environment before applying them to the live system.