How To Fix CKMLMC004 - No values were changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLMC - Manual Change of Actual Cost Component Splits

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No values were changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLMC004 - No values were changed ?

  The SAP error message CKMLMC004 ("No values were changed") typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) during the process of updating or changing material master data or during the execution of a material valuation. This error indicates that the system did not find any changes to apply to the material data, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  No Changes Made: The most straightforward reason is that the user attempted to execute a transaction that requires changes, but no actual changes were made to the data.
  Data Already Updated: The data may have already been updated in a previous transaction, leading to no new changes being detected.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any records that require updating.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes, leading to the system not processing the request.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the Material Ledger that prevent changes from being made under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Changes: Ensure that you are making actual changes to the material data. Double-check the fields you are trying to update.
  Check Previous Transactions: Review if the data has already been updated in a previous transaction. If so, no further changes will be necessary.
  Review Selection Criteria: Make sure that the selection criteria you are using to identify the materials for updating are correct and that they match the records you intend to change.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect that the issue may be related to system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to the Material Ledger.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Closing Cockpit) or CKMLMV (Material Ledger: Valuation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Material Ledger and related processes to better understand how changes are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.