How To Fix CKMLAVR266 - The last day of the period of ledger & is different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 266

• Message text: The last day of the period of ledger & is different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLAVR266 - The last day of the period of ledger & is different ?

  The SAP error message CKMLAVR266 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the last day of the period in the ledger and the expected date for the period being processed. This error typically arises during the execution of the Material Ledger (ML) closing process, particularly when trying to perform a valuation or posting that involves period-end activities.
  Cause:
  
  Period Closing Issues: The period in the ledger may have been closed or not properly configured, leading to a mismatch in the expected last day of the period.
  Configuration Errors: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the Material Ledger or the fiscal year variant.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material valuation or postings that have not been cleared or adjusted.
  Posting Date Issues: The posting date of the transaction may fall outside the defined period in the ledger.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the period in the ledger. Ensure that the period is open for posting and that the last day of the period is correctly defined.
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to check and adjust the open and closed periods.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the Material Ledger and the fiscal year variant to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Use transaction code OMX1 to review the settings for the Material Ledger.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Dates: If the posting date of the transaction is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the open period of the ledger.
  
  
  Reconcile Data: Ensure that all necessary postings and adjustments have been made prior to the period-end closing. This may involve reviewing material documents and ensuring that all transactions are accounted for.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or data issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing) and CKMLAVR (Material Ledger Valuation).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CKMLAVR266 for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.