How To Fix CKMLWIP906 - Document &1 does not have a CO reference document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLWIP - WIP Price Determination

• Message number: 906

• Message text: Document &1 does not have a CO reference document

What causes this issue?

There are no documents from the CO-PC-OBJ WIP determination for WIP
quantity document &v1&. This may be because the "write line items"
function is switched off in the results analysis version.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLWIP906 - Document &1 does not have a CO reference document ?

  The SAP error message CKMLWIP906 indicates that a document does not have a corresponding Controlling (CO) reference document. This typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger (ML) and can affect the processing of inventory and cost accounting.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing CO Document: The primary cause of this error is that the system expects a CO document to be linked to the material document, but it cannot find one. This can happen if:
  
  The material document was created without a corresponding CO document.
  The CO document was deleted or not created due to a configuration issue.
  There is a mismatch in the document types or posting periods.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the Material Ledger or Controlling settings can lead to this error. For example, if the settings for the valuation area or the controlling area are not aligned properly.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Data inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the CO tables, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Creation: Verify that the document in question was created correctly and that it should have a CO reference. You can do this by checking the document flow in the relevant transaction (e.g., MB03 for material documents).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for Material Ledger and Controlling is set up correctly. This includes checking:
  
  The settings for the valuation area.
  The assignment of the controlling area to the company code.
  The settings for the material types and their valuation.
  
  
  
  Repost or Adjust Documents: If the document was created incorrectly, you may need to repost the document or make adjustments to ensure that it has the necessary CO reference. This might involve reversing the document and re-entering it correctly.
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables (e.g., COSS, COSP) for missing entries that should correspond to the material document.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error. There may be known issues or updates that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed analysis and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CKMLCP: Material Ledger Closing
  CKM3N: Display Material Ledger Document
  MB03: Display Material Document
  SE16/SE11: Data Browser/Table Display
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Ledger and Controlling for a deeper understanding of how these components interact.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CKMLWIP906 error and implement a suitable solution.