How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API013 - Currency &1 for val. area &2 and curr. key &3 is not maintained correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API - Messages for MDG Material Ledger

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Currency &1 for val. area &2 and curr. key &3 is not maintained correctly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API013 - Currency &1 for val. area &2 and curr. key &3 is not maintained correctly ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API013 indicates that there is an issue with the currency settings for a specific valuation area and currency key in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Material Ledger (MLA) or when dealing with material valuation in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The currency key specified in the error message is not maintained correctly for the given valuation area.
  There may be missing or incorrect configuration in the Customizing settings for the Material Ledger.
  The currency settings for the material master record are not aligned with the settings in the controlling area or company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the accounting view and ensure that the currency settings are correct for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Valuation Area Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the settings for the valuation area.
  Ensure that the currency key is correctly maintained for the valuation area in question.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OB08 to check the exchange rate settings.
  Ensure that the currency key is defined and that the exchange rates are maintained.
  
  
  
  Material Ledger Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMX1 to check the configuration of the Material Ledger.
  Ensure that the currency settings for the Material Ledger are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. You can search for notes related to Material Ledger and currency settings in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OBY6: Configuration for Valuation Areas
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OMX1: Material Ledger Configuration
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Help documentation for Material Ledger and currency settings for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the underlying issue causing the CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API013 error message.