How To Fix CKMLLA201 - The posting occured with a price saved in the Material Ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLLA - Message for Activity Update in Quantity Structure

• Message number: 201

• Message text: The posting occured with a price saved in the Material Ledger

What causes this issue?

In the plant being posted to, activity updating in the the actual
quantity structure is activated and set as relevant to price
determination. You must make sure that all orders settled to a material
within a specific period are all posted with the same price. The system
saved the price from the first posting in this period associated with
the cost center/activity type in question or the first process in
question.

System Response

All further postings are performed with the price saved by the system.

How to fix this error?

If it is necessary to make a posting for the cost center/activity type
or prozess in question using a price that varies from the one saved in
the system, you can use transaction <DS:TRAN.CKMLLACHANGE>CKMLLACHANGE
</> to set an indicator in the material ledger master record that
revokes the indicator that makes the item relevant to price
determination. When the item is no longer relevant to price
determination, you can post with prices varying from the one saved in
the system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLLA201 - The posting occured with a price saved in the Material Ledger ?

  The SAP error message CKMLLA201 indicates that there is an issue with the posting of a material document in the Material Ledger. This error typically arises when there is a discrepancy between the price used for the posting and the price that is saved in the Material Ledger. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Price Variance: The price at which the material is being posted does not match the price stored in the Material Ledger. This can happen if there have been changes to the material price after the last posting.
  Material Ledger Configuration: The Material Ledger may not be properly configured to handle the specific type of posting being attempted.
  Currency Differences: If there are currency differences between the posting and the Material Ledger, this can also lead to discrepancies.
  Period Closing: If the period for the Material Ledger is closed, it may prevent further postings that do not align with the saved prices.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Price: Verify the price of the material in the Material Ledger. You can do this by navigating to the Material Master (MM03) and checking the accounting view.
  Adjust Posting Price: If the price in the Material Ledger is correct, ensure that the posting is being made with the correct price. You may need to adjust the price in the document you are trying to post.
  Reopen Period: If the posting is being made in a closed period, consider reopening the period if it is appropriate to do so, or make the necessary adjustments in the current period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the Material Ledger in the system to ensure it is set up correctly for the type of transactions you are processing.
  Use Transaction CKMLCP: If you need to adjust the prices in the Material Ledger, you can use the transaction CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Price Change) to make necessary adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message CKMLLA201 for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (for price changes), CKM3 (for Material Ledger reports), and CKM4 (for Material Ledger analysis).
  Material Ledger Settings: Ensure that the Material Ledger is activated for the relevant company code and that the settings align with your business processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the Material Ledger and this specific error message.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Material Management and the Material Ledger.