How To Fix CKMLGRIR035 - Valuation & & of material &: Error when reading or valuation locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLGRIR - GR/IR Account Maintenance

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Valuation & & of material &: Error when reading or valuation locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLGRIR035 - Valuation & & of material &: Error when reading or valuation locked ?

  The SAP error message CKMLGRIR035 typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and is related to the valuation of materials. This error indicates that there is an issue with reading or valuing a material because it is locked for valuation. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Valuation Lock: The material in question is locked for valuation, which can happen if:
  
  A period is closed in the Material Ledger.
  There are ongoing transactions that are affecting the valuation of the material.
  The material is being processed in another transaction or by another user.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Material Ledger that are not set up correctly, leading to valuation issues.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect entries in the Material Ledger tables.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: 
  
  Use transaction code CKMLCP to check if the material is locked for valuation. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the lock is released or resolve the transaction that is causing the lock.
  
  
  
  Review Period Closing:
  
  Ensure that the period for the material is open for posting. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or wait until the next period.
  
  
  
  Transaction Monitoring:
  
  Check if there are any ongoing transactions that might be affecting the material. You can use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) to see if there are any recent postings.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Material Ledger to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for the valuation area and material types.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the Material Ledger data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. You can use transaction code CKMLCP for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CKMLCP: Material Ledger Closing Cockpit
  MB51: Material Document List
  CKM3N: Material Ledger Document Display
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Ledger and valuation processes for a deeper understanding of how these processes work and how to troubleshoot issues.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform valuation and access the Material Ledger.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.