How To Fix C+091 - Currency types and valuations in material ledger not constant in CO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Currency types and valuations in material ledger not constant in CO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+091 - Currency types and valuations in material ledger not constant in CO ?

  The SAP error message C+091 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the currency types and valuations in the Material Ledger (ML) and Controlling (CO) modules. This error typically arises when the currency settings in the Material Ledger do not match those in the Controlling area, leading to discrepancies in financial reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Currency Types: The currency types defined in the Material Ledger (e.g., transaction currency, group currency) do not match those defined in the Controlling area.
  Valuation Differences: The valuation methods or currency valuations used in the Material Ledger may differ from those in the CO module.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system for either the Material Ledger or the Controlling area can lead to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes in the configuration, inconsistencies may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for both the Material Ledger and the Controlling area.
  Ensure that the currency types and valuations are consistent across both modules.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  In the Material Ledger, check the currency types defined for the material valuation.
  In the Controlling area, verify the currency types set up for cost centers, internal orders, etc.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If discrepancies are found, adjust the settings in either the Material Ledger or the Controlling area to ensure they match.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Repost Documents:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, you may need to repost any affected documents to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like OB08 to check and maintain exchange rates and currency types.
  Use CKM3N to analyze material costs and check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: A module in SAP that allows for multiple valuations of materials, including actual costing.
  Controlling (CO): A module that provides information for management decision-making, including cost tracking and reporting.
  Currency Types: Different types of currencies used in financial transactions, such as local currency, group currency, and transaction currency.
  Valuation Methods: Methods used to determine the value of materials, which can affect financial reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP configuration and troubleshooting.