How To Fix CKBA066 - More than one procurement alternative can be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKBA - Message Pool for Development Class CKBA

• Message number: 066

• Message text: More than one procurement alternative can be changed

What causes this issue?

You are changing a procurement alternative that is structurally
connected to other procurement alternatives belonging to a process.
This process could consist of, for example, the process material in
joint production, or procurement alternatives without valuation type
for materials with split valuation.

System Response

Lot sizes, units of measure and apportionment structures (in joint
production) are stored for each process. Consequently, if a procurement
alternative connected by a process to other procurement alternatives is
changed, these changes affect the other procurement alternatives.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the changes are also correct for the other procurement
alternatives.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKBA066 - More than one procurement alternative can be changed ?

  The SAP error message CKBA066 ("More than one procurement alternative can be changed") typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with procurement alternatives in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple procurement alternatives for a material, and the operation you are trying to perform is not allowed because it would affect more than one alternative at the same time.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Procurement Alternatives: The material in question has more than one procurement alternative defined (e.g., different vendors, production methods, etc.), and the system is unable to process the change because it could potentially affect all of them.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction you are using may not support changes to multiple procurement alternatives simultaneously.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict changes to procurement alternatives.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Procurement Alternatives: Check the procurement alternatives for the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the material master data and reviewing the procurement settings.
  Change One Alternative at a Time: If you need to make changes, do so for one procurement alternative at a time. This may involve selecting a specific alternative and making the necessary changes before moving on to the next.
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the appropriate transaction code for the changes you want to make. Some transactions may not allow bulk changes to procurement alternatives.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing procurement alternatives and the specific transaction you are using.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to procurement alternatives.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) or ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record) that may be involved in managing procurement alternatives.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management or procurement processes.