How To Fix CKMLVNB004 - Movement type group &1 used with assignment to category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLVNB - Revaluation of Consumption

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Movement type group &1 used with assignment to category &2

What causes this issue?

The movement type group used for revaluating consumption can only be
included in the material update if it assigned to category VN.

System Response

The System has determined that movement type group &v1& is already used
to category &v2& in the material update.

How to fix this error?

Check your settings for the material update schema (see &v3&) and the
assignment of movement types to movement type groups in Materials
Management.
If required, you should define a new movement type group for
revaluating consumption.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLVNB004 - Movement type group &1 used with assignment to category &2 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLVNB004 indicates that there is an issue with the movement type group being used in conjunction with a specific category in the context of Material Ledger (ML) or Inventory Management. This error typically arises when the movement type group assigned to a material does not match the expected configuration for the category being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Movement Type Group: The movement type group assigned to the material may not be compatible with the category being used in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for movement types and their corresponding categories in the Material Ledger configuration.
  Missing Assignments: The movement type group may not have been properly assigned to the relevant category in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Movement Type Group: Verify the movement type group assigned to the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and checking the relevant views.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for Material Ledger (Transaction SPRO) and check the settings for movement types and their assignment to categories. Ensure that the movement type group is correctly assigned to the appropriate category.
  Adjust Assignments: If the movement type group is not correctly assigned, you may need to adjust the assignments in the configuration. This can involve:
  
  Assigning the correct movement type group to the category.
  Creating a new movement type group if necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring movement types and categories in the Material Ledger.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to check the material master data, and SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Material Ledger Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the Material Ledger configuration settings, particularly those related to movement types and categories.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management and Material Ledger.