How To Fix CKMLDUVN202 - The quantity to be distributed for inventory document &1/&2 is zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLDUVN - Inventory differences distribution messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: The quantity to be distributed for inventory document &1/&2 is zero

What causes this issue?

The quantity to be distributed for physical inventory document &v1&/
&v2& is equal to zero. No distribution was made.

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 CKMLDUVN202 - The quantity to be distributed for inventory document &1/&2 is zero ?

  The SAP error message CKMLDUVN202 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of quantities in an inventory document. Specifically, it means that the quantity to be distributed for the specified inventory document is zero. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly during the execution of the Material Ledger or during the inventory valuation process.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Quantity: The most straightforward cause is that the inventory document in question has a zero quantity. This could happen if the inventory was counted and no items were found, or if there was an error in the data entry.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document number or year referenced may not exist or may not have valid entries.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been mistakes in the data entry process, leading to incorrect or missing quantities.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the Material Ledger or inventory management settings that prevent proper processing of the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Inventory Document: Verify the inventory document referenced in the error message. Ensure that it has valid entries and that the quantity is not zero.
  Correct Data Entry: If the quantity is indeed zero due to an error, correct the data entry in the inventory document. This may involve re-entering the counted quantities.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the inventory document is in the correct status for processing. If it is blocked or not yet posted, it may need to be updated.
  Reprocess the Document: If the document was previously processed incorrectly, you may need to reverse or adjust it and then reprocess it.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the Material Ledger and inventory management settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MI01 (Create Physical Inventory Document), MI02 (Change Physical Inventory Document), or CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing) to manage inventory documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Ledger and inventory management for best practices and guidelines on handling inventory documents.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.