How To Fix CKMLSIM014 - Data was deleted from valuation area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLSIM - Message Class for the Simulation

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Data was deleted from valuation area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLSIM014 - Data was deleted from valuation area &1 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLSIM014 indicates that data has been deleted from a valuation area in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and can arise during various processes, such as during the posting of material documents or during the execution of certain transactions related to material valuation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Deletion: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected that data related to the specified valuation area has been deleted. This could happen due to:
  
  Manual deletion of records.
  Data archiving processes that remove old or unnecessary data.
  Inconsistent data due to system errors or issues during data migration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger settings or valuation area settings that lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Transaction Errors: The error may also occur if a transaction is trying to access data that no longer exists in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify the integrity of the data in the valuation area. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., CKMLHD, CKMLPP) to see if the expected records are present.
  
  
  Recreate Missing Data: If data has been deleted unintentionally, you may need to recreate it. This could involve re-posting material documents or restoring data from backups if available.
  
  
  Review Archiving Settings: If the deletion was due to archiving, review the archiving settings to ensure that important data is not being removed prematurely.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger and the valuation area to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in transaction codes like OML2 (for Material Ledger) and OMWB (for valuation area).
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause or solution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing), CKM3N (Material Ledger Document), and CKM4 (Material Ledger Report).
  Tables: Understand the key tables involved in Material Ledger, such as:
  
  CKMLHD: Material Ledger Document Header
  CKMLPP: Material Ledger Document Item
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Material Ledger and valuation areas for a deeper understanding of how these components interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CKMLSIM014 error effectively.