How To Fix CKMLW101 - Carry out price determination for the material in preceding run &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLW - Message Class for Weekly Actual Costing

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Carry out price determination for the material in preceding run &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLW101 - Carry out price determination for the material in preceding run & ?

  The SAP error message CKMLW101 typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) when there is an issue with the price determination process for materials. This error indicates that the system requires a preceding run to carry out price determination for the material in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preceding Run: The error usually arises when the price determination process has not been executed for the material in the previous period or run. This can happen if the Material Ledger is not properly updated or if there are missing entries in the price determination process.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger settings that prevent the price determination from being executed correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect valuation data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Run Price Determination: The primary solution is to execute the price determination process for the material in the preceding run. This can typically be done through the transaction code CKMLCP (for the Material Ledger) or CKMLPR (for the price determination run).
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the Material Ledger is correctly configured for the materials in question. This includes checking the settings for the valuation area, currency, and other relevant parameters.
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and accurate. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect price determination.
  Consult Logs: Review the logs generated during the price determination process to identify any specific issues or errors that may have occurred.
  Reprocess if Necessary: If there are errors in the previous runs, you may need to reverse or reprocess those runs to ensure that the data is consistent and complete.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing), CKMLPR (Price Determination), and CKMLAN (Material Ledger Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message CKMLW101 for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Material Ledger and price determination processes for a deeper understanding of how these functions work and how to troubleshoot related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in Material Ledger issues.