How To Fix CKMLMV160 - A predecessor/successor model was created for costing run &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: A predecessor/successor model was created for costing run &1

What causes this issue?

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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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLMV160 - A predecessor/successor model was created for costing run &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLMV160 indicates that a predecessor or successor model has been created for a costing run. This typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger and Product Costing in SAP, particularly when dealing with actual costing and the management of cost estimates.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or process a costing run (for example, a material price determination or a cost estimate) while there is already a predecessor or successor model associated with that costing run. This can happen if:
  
  A costing run has already been executed for the same period.
  There are dependencies between different costing runs that have not been resolved.
  The system is trying to create a new costing model that conflicts with existing models.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Costing Runs: 
  
  Use transaction code CKMLCP (for Material Ledger) or CK11N (for cost estimates) to review existing costing runs. Identify if there are any predecessor or successor models that are already created for the same period.
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust Existing Models:
  
  If you find that there are unnecessary predecessor or successor models, you may need to delete or adjust them. This can be done using transaction CKMLCP or CKMLCR, depending on your specific needs.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Costing Process:
  
  After resolving any conflicts with existing models, you can attempt to re-run the costing process. Ensure that you are not trying to create a new costing run for a period that already has an active predecessor or successor model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Material Ledger and costing runs for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your SAP system has customizations or enhancements, check with your technical team to ensure that there are no custom logic or processes that might be affecting the costing runs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing), CKMLCR (Costing Run), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate).
  Material Ledger: Understand the role of the Material Ledger in actual costing and how it manages inventory valuation.
  Costing Variants: Review the costing variants and settings in your configuration to ensure they align with your costing strategy.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CKMLMV160 error and proceed with your costing activities in SAP.