How To Fix CKMLAVR270 - First set the indicator 'With Connecting Run' in the preceding run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 270

• Message text: First set the indicator 'With Connecting Run' in the preceding run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLAVR270 - First set the indicator 'With Connecting Run' in the preceding run ?

  The SAP error message CKMLAVR270, which states "First set the indicator 'With Connecting Run' in the preceding run," typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger and the actual costing process in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects a specific setting to be enabled in a previous run before proceeding with the current operation.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to execute a costing run (such as a material price determination or actual costing run) without having the "With Connecting Run" indicator set in the preceding run. This indicator is necessary for the system to understand that the current run is dependent on the results of the previous run.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Previous Runs: Review the previous costing run to see if the "With Connecting Run" indicator was set. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CKMLCP for the actual costing run) and checking the settings.
  
  
  Re-run the Previous Run: If the indicator was not set, you will need to re-run the previous costing run with the "With Connecting Run" option enabled. This is typically done in the configuration or during the execution of the costing run.
  
  
  Execute the Current Run: After successfully running the previous run with the correct settings, you can then proceed to execute the current costing run.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, consider reviewing the configuration settings for the Material Ledger and actual costing processes to ensure that the necessary indicators are set correctly by default.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Actual Costing) and CKMLAVR (Material Ledger) to navigate through the processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on the Material Ledger and actual costing processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to execute costing runs and make changes to the settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKMLAVR270 error and proceed with your costing processes in SAP.