How To Fix CKMLDUVN120 - Plant of distributed material not same as plant of debited material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLDUVN - Inventory differences distribution messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Plant of distributed material not same as plant of debited material

What causes this issue?

You are trying to subsequently debit a material, whereby the material
to debited is managed in a different plant to the material to be
credited.
It is possible that different currencies are used, and therefore no
posting is possible.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLDUVN120 - Plant of distributed material not same as plant of debited material ?

  The SAP error message CKMLDUVN120 indicates that there is a mismatch between the plant of a distributed material and the plant of the debited material during a material valuation process, particularly in the context of the Material Ledger (ML) in SAP. This error typically arises in scenarios involving the transfer of materials between different plants or when performing inventory valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the material being debited (the material that is being reduced in quantity or value) is associated with a different plant than the material being credited (the material that is being increased in quantity or value).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger settings or in the way materials are set up in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during transactions can lead to this error, especially if the wrong plant is selected for a material movement or valuation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master records for both the debited and credited materials. Ensure that they are assigned to the correct plants.
  Review Transaction Data: Look at the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct plant is being used for both the debited and credited materials.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, review the settings in the Material Ledger and ensure that they are correctly set up to handle inter-plant transactions.
  Correct the Transaction: If the error occurred due to a specific transaction, you may need to reverse or correct that transaction to align the plants properly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the Material Ledger and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: The Material Ledger is a tool in SAP that allows for the management of inventory valuation and provides functionalities for actual costing.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Actual Costing) and CKM3N (Material Ledger: Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary roles and authorizations to perform transactions involving multiple plants.
  
  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 SAP Material Management and the Material Ledger.