How To Fix CKMLRUN116 - Non-calendar fiscal year! Please check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLRUN - Costing Run in Material Ledger

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Non-calendar fiscal year! Please check your entry

What causes this issue?

Different end of period dates were found when checking the valuation
areas/plants that are to be used in the costing run.
Therefore, a non-calendar fiscal year was accepted.

System Response

The data entered is not sufficient for processing. Processing is
terminated.

How to fix this error?

Complete your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 CKMLRUN116 - Non-calendar fiscal year! Please check your entry ?

  The SAP error message CKMLRUN116 "Non-calendar fiscal year! Please check your entry" typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) when you are trying to run a material valuation or a related process that requires a calendar fiscal year. This error indicates that the fiscal year variant you are using is not aligned with the expected calendar year format.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area is set up as a non-calendar fiscal year. This means that the fiscal year does not start on January 1 and end on December 31.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a mismatch in the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant in the system.
  Incorrect Period Entry: The period you are trying to process may not be valid for the fiscal year variant in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 to check the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code or controlling area.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly configured and that it matches the expected format for your operations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Periods:
  
  If you are trying to run a process for a specific period, ensure that the period is valid for the fiscal year variant you are using. You may need to adjust the period or choose a different one that aligns with the fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Review Material Ledger Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the Material Ledger in transaction code OMX1 to ensure that they are correctly configured for your fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team to ensure that the fiscal year settings are appropriate for your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run of the process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understand the different types of fiscal year variants (e.g., calendar year, non-calendar year) and how they affect financial reporting and material valuation.
  Material Ledger: Familiarize yourself with the Material Ledger functionality in SAP, including how it handles different currencies, valuation methods, and periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.