How To Fix CKMLMV038 - An error has occurred with the iteration of cycle &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLMV - Message class for quantity structure tool

• Message number: 038

• Message text: An error has occurred with the iteration of cycle &1

What causes this issue?

You are dealing with a miscellaneous error, meaning not one of error
type 'negative price', 'value exceeds threshold', or 'non-convergence'.
A preceding error message in the message log details the cause of the
error.

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?

You can control the system response in this instance in the multilevel
price determination parameters within 'Other errors with cycle:
automatic error handling'.
If you do not set the indicator 'Cut all connections', this message
appears as an error message. All of the materials of the cycle are not
then costed multilevel.
If you do set the indicator 'Cut all connections', this message appears
as an information message. The cycle is then costed without iteration.
This way, the materials that are not relevant to the error can be costed
multilevel.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLMV038 - An error has occurred with the iteration of cycle &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLMV038, which states "An error has occurred with the iteration of cycle &1," typically occurs during the execution of the Material Ledger (ML) in SAP, particularly when dealing with the actual costing process. This error is related to the iteration of cycles in the costing run, which can be caused by various issues.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the costing cycle or the material master data can lead to this error. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the costing variant or the costing cycle itself.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data related to materials, such as missing or incorrect valuation data, can cause the iteration process to fail.
  
  
  Locked Objects: If the system is trying to access locked objects or if there are ongoing processes that are preventing the iteration from completing, this error may occur.
  
  
  Technical Issues: Bugs or issues in the SAP system, such as memory problems or issues with the database, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the costing cycle and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined. This includes checking the costing variant, valuation classes, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and accurate. Check for any missing valuation data or inconsistencies that could affect the costing process.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locked objects that might be causing the issue. If you find any locks, you may need to resolve them or wait for the processes to complete.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about what went wrong during the iteration.
  
  
  Run in Test Mode: If possible, run the costing cycle in test mode to identify any issues without affecting the actual data.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Actual Costing) and CKMLMV (Material Ledger) for managing and troubleshooting costing processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Ledger and actual costing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CKMLMV038 error effectively.