How To Fix CMM_MEV_APPL_SD008 - Accrual amount changed from &1 &2 to &3 &4 on billing document split

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MEV_APPL_SD - Period-end valuation: SD specific messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Accrual amount changed from &1 &2 to &3 &4 on billing document split

What causes this issue?

On the sales side, the period-end valuation is based on billing
documents. One billing document may consist of several valuation
results. You have set one valuation result to <LS>Postable</> and
another one to <LS>Non-Postable</>. When you create an accrual document,
for these valuation results, the system cancels the existing billing
document and creates two new ones; one for the <LS>Postable</> valuation
results, and one for the <LS>Non-Postable</> valuation results.
This is necessary from a technical point of view because one billing
document has to be completely transferred to one accrual document.
The creation of the new billing documents has resulted in values
different from those you had verified before. This is an exceptional
situation.

System Response

The system attaches this message to the corresponding valuation results
and sets them to <LS>Not Started</>.

How to fix this error?

Verify the valuation results again and set them to <LS>Postable </>or
<LS> Non-Postable</>. The warning message then vanishes and you can
process the valuation results as usual.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_MEV_APPL_SD008 - Accrual amount changed from &1 &2 to &3 &4 on billing document split ?

  The SAP error message CMM_MEV_APPL_SD008 indicates that there has been a change in the accrual amount during the billing document split process. This typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition and accrual accounting, where the system detects a discrepancy in the expected accrual amounts.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often arises due to inconsistencies in the data related to the billing document. This could be due to changes in the pricing conditions, discounts, or other factors that affect the accrual amounts.
  Document Split Configuration: The configuration settings for document splitting may not be aligned with the actual data being processed, leading to discrepancies in the expected and actual accrual amounts.
  Manual Changes: If manual adjustments were made to the billing document after it was created, this could lead to changes in the accrual amounts that the system is not able to reconcile automatically.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Billing Document: Check the billing document for any changes that may have been made after its creation. Look for any manual adjustments or changes in pricing conditions that could affect the accrual amounts.
  Check Configuration: Review the document splitting configuration in the SAP system to ensure that it is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for revenue recognition and accrual accounting.
  Reprocess the Document: If the issue is due to a temporary inconsistency, try reprocessing the billing document. This may involve reversing the document and recreating it to ensure that all calculations are performed correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  Engage Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide deeper insights into the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Splitting: Understand how document splitting works in SAP, especially in the context of financial accounting and controlling. This will help in diagnosing issues related to accruals and revenue recognition.
  Accrual Accounting: Familiarize yourself with the principles of accrual accounting and how they are implemented in SAP. This knowledge can help in understanding why certain changes trigger errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like VF02 (Change Billing Document) to review and modify billing documents, and OBY6 to check document splitting settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.