How To Fix CKMLAVR258 - The actual costing run is only allowed to post the legal valuation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 258

• Message text: The actual costing run is only allowed to post the legal valuation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLAVR258 - The actual costing run is only allowed to post the legal valuation. ?

  The SAP error message CKMLAVR258 indicates that the actual costing run is restricted to posting only the legal valuation. This typically occurs in the context of the Material Ledger in SAP, which is used for actual costing and inventory valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Legal Valuation Settings: The system is configured to allow only legal valuation postings. This means that the actual costing run is restricted to posting values that comply with legal requirements, which may not include other valuation methods (like group valuation or profit center valuation).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Material Ledger or in the controlling area that restrict the types of valuations that can be posted.
  Period Closing: The error may also occur if the period is closed for certain types of postings, and the system is trying to post a valuation that is not allowed in the closed period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Material Ledger (transaction code OMLV) to ensure that the valuation types and settings are correctly defined. Make sure that the system is set up to allow the desired types of valuations.
  Legal Valuation: If you need to post a valuation that is not legal, you may need to adjust your settings or consider whether you can perform the posting under a different valuation method.
  Open Periods: Ensure that the accounting periods are open for the types of postings you are trying to perform. You can check this in the transaction code OB52, which allows you to manage the open and closed periods.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the implications of the legal valuation settings and how they affect your actual costing runs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: The Material Ledger is a sub-ledger in SAP that allows for multiple valuations of inventory and is essential for actual costing.
  Valuation Types: Understand the different valuation types available in SAP (legal, group, profit center) and how they impact your financial reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Actual Costing) and CKMLAVR (Actual Costing Run) for further analysis and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Material Ledger and actual costing processes.