How To Fix CKMLSENDPRICE757 - Material control record is not in the period entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLSENDPRICE - Send Material Price

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Material control record is not in the period entered

What causes this issue?

The material control record for company code &v1& is in period &v2&
&v3&, and not in the period entered.

System Response

The action was terminated

How to fix this error?

Check the material control record for company code &v1& and run the
period closing program if required.

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 CKMLSENDPRICE757 - Material control record is not in the period entered ?

  The SAP error message CKMLSENDPRICE757, which states "Material control record is not in the period entered," typically occurs in the context of material valuation and costing. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid material control record for the specified period, which is necessary for processing the material price changes or other related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Period Not Open: The period you are trying to access may not be open for posting. In SAP, financial periods are often closed for certain transactions to maintain data integrity.
  Material Control Record Missing: The material control record for the specified material may not exist for the period you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified in the transaction may not align with the periods defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or controlling area settings that prevent the system from recognizing the material control record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the status of the posting periods. Ensure that the period you are trying to access is open for posting.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or adjust your transaction to a valid period.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Control Record:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the specific material. Ensure that the control record exists for the relevant period.
  If the control record is missing, you may need to create or update it.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Range:
  
  Review the date range you are using in your transaction. Ensure that it falls within the open periods and that it corresponds to the periods defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the material master and controlling area to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the valuation area and the settings for material valuation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on handling material control records and periods.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  CKM3N: Display Material Price Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify material master data and posting periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CKMLSENDPRICE757 error and implement a suitable solution.