How To Fix CKMLVNB001 - Process category &1 not permitted for revaluation of consumption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLVNB - Revaluation of Consumption

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Process category &1 not permitted for revaluation of consumption

What causes this issue?

You have set movement type &v2& as relevant for revaluation by
assigning it to movement type group &v3&.
This movement type is the same as process category &v1& in the material
ledger update. However, the process category does not represent single
level consumption. You can only set movement types for single level
consumption as being relevant for revaluation.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the corresponding settings in Customizing under <zk>Controlling
-> Product Cost Controlling -> Actual Costing/Material Ledger ->
Material Update -> Assign Material Ledger Movement Types</>.
Delete the assignment of movement type &v2& to movement type group &v3&
for all entries, as well as the corresponding reversal movement type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLVNB001 - Process category &1 not permitted for revaluation of consumption ?

  The SAP error message CKMLVNB001, which states "Process category &1 not permitted for revaluation of consumption," typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and Inventory Management when trying to perform a revaluation of consumption for a material that is not allowed for the specified process category.
  Cause:
  
  Process Category Restrictions: The error indicates that the process category you are trying to use for revaluation is not permitted. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that restrict certain process categories for revaluation.
  Material Type Settings: The material type associated with the material may not be configured to allow revaluation for the specified process category.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the transaction may not support the revaluation process for the specified category.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Material Ledger or the settings related to the valuation methods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Category: Verify the process category you are trying to use. Ensure that it is valid for the revaluation of consumption in your system.
  Review Material Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the material type in the Material Master. Ensure that it allows for revaluation and is set up correctly.
  Document Type Settings: Review the document type settings in the configuration to ensure that it supports the revaluation process for the specified category.
  Consult Configuration Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration guides for Material Ledger to understand the allowed process categories for revaluation.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OML2 (for Material Ledger settings) or OMWD (for document types) to review and adjust the necessary settings.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: Understand the role of the Material Ledger in SAP, which is used for managing inventory valuation and allows for multiple currencies and valuation methods.
  Revaluation Process: Familiarize yourself with the revaluation process in SAP, including how it impacts financial reporting and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to Material Ledger include CKMLCP (for closing operations) and CKMLRE (for revaluation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.