How To Fix CKMLMV162 - The predecessor/successor pair was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 162

• Message text: The predecessor/successor pair was selected

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLMV162 - The predecessor/successor pair was selected ?

  The SAP error message CKMLMV162 indicates that there is an issue with the predecessor/successor pair in the context of material valuation or cost management. This error typically arises during the execution of a transaction related to material costing, such as during the execution of the Material Ledger or during the transfer of costs.
  Cause:
  The error message CKMLMV162 is triggered when the system detects that a predecessor/successor relationship is not properly defined or is conflicting in the context of the material valuation process. This can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The predecessor and successor materials may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the materials involved, such as missing or incorrect valuation classes.
  Costing Variants: The costing variants used may not be compatible with the predecessor/successor relationship.
  Material Ledger Settings: Issues with the Material Ledger settings or the way the materials are linked in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CKMLMV162 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master records for both the predecessor and successor materials. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Predecessor/Successor Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for predecessor and successor relationships in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Costing Variants:
  
  Ensure that the costing variants being used are appropriate for the materials involved. You may need to adjust the costing variant settings.
  
  
  
  Material Ledger Settings:
  
  Review the Material Ledger settings to ensure that they are correctly configured for the materials in question. This includes checking the settings for the valuation approach and the currency settings.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Consistency Check) to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the Material Ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the error message CKMLMV162 for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or solutions based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger: Consistency Check), CKMLMV (Material Ledger: Valuation), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CKMLMV162 for any known issues or fixes that may apply to your version of SAP.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to Material Ledger and Costing to better understand the underlying processes and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CKMLMV162 error in your SAP system.