How To Fix CKMLAVR109 - Beginning inventory valuation has not been completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLAVR - Message Class for Cumulation and Revision

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Beginning inventory valuation has not been completed

What causes this issue?

You have defined that the ending inventory valuation from the previous
cumulation run will be used as the beginning inventory valuation for
the current cumulation run. However, no valuation could be found for
material &v1&. This may be because the material was created after the
last cumulation run had been completed.

System Response

The beginning inventory for material &v1& will be valuated with the
values from the first cumulation period. Correspondingly, the same
price differences and exchange rate differences will be created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLAVR109 - Beginning inventory valuation has not been completed ?

  The SAP error message CKMLAVR109, which states "Beginning inventory valuation has not been completed," typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and inventory valuation processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to proceed with certain transactions or processes because the beginning inventory valuation for a material has not been finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Inventory Valuation: The beginning inventory valuation for the material has not been executed or completed. This could be due to missing steps in the inventory valuation process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger settings or in the valuation area.
  Missing Data: Required data for the valuation process may be missing or incorrect, such as material master data or valuation data.
  Period Closing: The period for which the valuation is being attempted may not be open, or the previous period may not have been closed properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete Beginning Inventory Valuation:
  
  Navigate to the transaction for beginning inventory valuation (e.g., CKMLCP for Material Ledger).
  Ensure that the valuation process is completed for the relevant materials and periods.
  Check if there are any errors or warnings during the valuation process that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Verify that the valuation area is set up correctly and that the materials are assigned to the correct valuation classes.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the affected materials. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to valuation and costing.
  
  
  
  Open Periods:
  
  Ensure that the accounting periods are open for the transactions you are trying to process. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or wait until the next period is open.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the Material Ledger functionality.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Periodic Valuation) and CKMLAV (Material Ledger: Actual Costing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CKMLAVR109 error and complete the beginning inventory valuation process successfully.