How To Fix CKMLVNB006 - You cannot assign movement type group &1 to category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLVNB - Revaluation of Consumption

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You cannot assign movement type group &1 to category &2

What causes this issue?

Movement type &v1& (relelvant for revaluation) can only be assigned to
category <ZH>VN</>. In addition to this, movement types that are
relevant for revaluation can only be assigned to process categories for
single-level consumption and their reverse categories.

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 CKMLVNB006 - You cannot assign movement type group &1 to category &2 ?

  The SAP error message CKMLVNB006 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a movement type group to a specific category in the context of Material Ledger (ML) or Inventory Management. This error typically arises when the configuration settings in the system do not align with the expected values for the movement types and their associated categories.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The movement type group you are trying to assign is not compatible with the category you are using. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the Customizing settings for Material Ledger.
  Missing Assignment: The movement type group may not have been assigned to the category in the configuration settings.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to movement types and categories, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CKMLVNB006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics > Material Management > Material Ledger > Settings > Movement Type Groups.
  Verify the assignment of movement type groups to categories. Ensure that the movement type group you are trying to use is correctly assigned to the relevant category.
  
  
  
  Review Movement Type Settings:
  
  Check the movement types involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly defined and assigned to the appropriate movement type group.
  You can do this by navigating to Logistics > Materials Management > Inventory Management > Movement Types and reviewing the settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Category Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the category settings to ensure compatibility with the movement type group. This may involve changing the category or the movement type group in use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Material Ledger and movement types for any specific guidelines or updates that may affect your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMJJ (for movement type configuration) and CKMLCP (for Material Ledger) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management and Material Ledger.