How To Fix CKMLRUN202 - Line item for procurement alternative &1 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLRUN - Costing Run in Material Ledger

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Line item for procurement alternative &1 was not found

What causes this issue?

This message concerns the material cited in the log.
No line items were found for procurement alternative &v1&.

System Response

The costing for this material was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the log for anything that might cause further errors and repeat
the costing after the errors are corrected.

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 CKMLRUN202 - Line item for procurement alternative &1 was not found ?

  The SAP error message CKMLRUN202, which states "Line item for procurement alternative &1 was not found," typically occurs during the execution of the Material Ledger (ML) closing process or during the execution of the CKMLRUN transaction. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a line item for the specified procurement alternative in the Material Ledger.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The procurement alternative specified in the error message may not have any associated line items in the Material Ledger. This can happen if there were no transactions recorded for that alternative.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the Material Ledger or the procurement alternative may not be set up correctly, leading to missing entries.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Timing Issues: The error may occur if the closing process is executed before all necessary transactions have been posted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Line Items: Verify if there are any line items for the specified procurement alternative in the Material Ledger. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., MLIT, MLHD) or using transaction codes like CKM3N (Display Material Ledger Document).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the Material Ledger and the procurement alternatives is correct. Check the settings in the configuration menu (SPRO) under Material Management and Material Ledger.
  Post Missing Transactions: If there are missing transactions, ensure that all necessary postings are completed before running the closing process again.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction CKMLCP to run consistency checks on the Material Ledger data. This can help identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLRUN (Material Ledger Closing), CKM3N (Display Material Ledger Document), and CKMLCP (Material Ledger Consistency Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.