How To Fix CKMLAVR115 - Price determination changed. Cumulation only from period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Price determination changed. Cumulation only from period &1

What causes this issue?

In the cumulation period, the control of the material price
determination was changed for the material. This last happened in period
&v1&.
Cumulation of the periods prior to &v1& could lead to inconsistencies or
errors due to missing cost component split data.

System Response

Only the periods from &v1& were cumulated for the material.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLAVR115 - Price determination changed. Cumulation only from period &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLAVR115, which states "Price determination changed. Cumulation only from period &1," typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and inventory valuation. This message indicates that there has been a change in the price determination method for a material, and as a result, the system can only cumulate the price from a specific period onward.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Price Determination Method: The price determination method for a material may have been changed (e.g., from moving average price to standard price or vice versa).
  Period Closing: The error can also occur if the period for which the price determination is being calculated has been closed, and the system is unable to cumulate prices from prior periods.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings related to Material Ledger or valuation methods can trigger this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Price Determination Settings: Review the price determination settings for the material in question. Ensure that the settings are consistent and appropriate for the business process.
  Review Period Status: Check the status of the periods in the Material Ledger. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it to allow for the necessary adjustments.
  Adjust Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration, ensure that they are correctly set up and that they align with the intended valuation method.
  Recalculate Prices: If necessary, you may need to recalculate the prices for the affected materials. This can often be done through transaction CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Price Change) or similar transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Material Ledger and price determination for further guidance on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Price Change), CKMLAVR (Material Ledger: Price Determination), and CKM3N (Material Ledger: Display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into handling price determination changes.
  Material Ledger Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to ensure they are set up correctly for your organization’s needs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in Material Ledger and inventory valuation.