How To Fix CKMLLA205 - Split and price of business process &1 not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Split and price of business process &1 not consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLLA205 - Split and price of business process &1 not consistent ?

  The SAP error message CKMLLA205 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the split and price of a business process in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and actual costing. This error typically arises during the execution of the actual costing run or when trying to perform a valuation of materials.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The split of costs for a business process (like production or procurement) does not match the expected price or valuation. This can happen if there are discrepancies in the cost components or if the data has not been updated correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the Material Ledger or actual costing may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how costs are calculated and split.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: If the master data for materials, cost centers, or business processes is incomplete or incorrect, it can lead to inconsistencies during the costing process.
  
  
  Changes in Costing Variants: If there have been recent changes to costing variants or methods, it may lead to inconsistencies if not all related data has been updated accordingly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CKMLLA205 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Costing Data: Review the costing data for the affected business process. Ensure that the split and price are consistent and that all relevant cost components are accounted for.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify the configuration settings for the Material Ledger and actual costing. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  Update Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (materials, cost centers, etc.) is complete and accurate. Update any missing or incorrect information.
  
  
  Reprocess the Actual Costing Run: If the data has been corrected, you may need to reprocess the actual costing run to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling this specific error.
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CKMLCP (Actual Costing) or CKMLAN (Material Ledger) to analyze and correct the data.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Material Ledger Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of the Material Ledger and actual costing to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the CKMLLA205 error.