How To Fix C+318 - Material ledger not active in valuation area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Material ledger not active in valuation area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+318 - Material ledger not active in valuation area & ?

  The SAP error message C+318 indicates that the Material Ledger is not active in the specified valuation area. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform transactions that require the Material Ledger functionality, but it has not been activated for the relevant valuation area in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Ledger Not Activated: The Material Ledger has not been activated for the specific valuation area in which you are trying to perform the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the settings related to the Material Ledger or the valuation area.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may require the Material Ledger to be active, but it is not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C+318 error, you need to activate the Material Ledger for the relevant valuation area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Material Ledger -> Activate Material Ledger.
  
  
  
  Activate Material Ledger:
  
  In the configuration screen, select the appropriate valuation area (usually a plant).
  Activate the Material Ledger for that valuation area. You may need to specify whether you want to use the Material Ledger in a specific currency or for specific purposes (like actual costing).
  
  
  
  Check Existing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the settings for the Material Ledger are correctly configured, including the currency settings and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Transaction:
  
  After activating the Material Ledger, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: The Material Ledger is a tool in SAP that allows for the management of inventory valuation and actual costing. It provides detailed information about material movements and valuations.
  Valuation Area: A valuation area is typically a plant or a company code in SAP where materials are valued. Each valuation area can have different settings for the Material Ledger.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMX1 to check the Material Ledger settings or CKM3N to analyze material costs.
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration, it is advisable to consult with your SAP Basis or Controlling team.
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the SAP configuration.
  After making changes, it may be necessary to perform a system refresh or clear caches to see the changes take effect.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C+318 error and successfully activate the Material Ledger for the required valuation area.