How To Fix CMM_MEV_GEN_COM017 - Reset date and valuation key date have to be in the same period

CMM_MEV_GEN_COM017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MEV_GEN_COM -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Reset date and valuation key date have to be in the same period

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CMM_MEV_GEN_COM017 - Details

• The SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_COM017 indicates that there is a mismatch between the reset date and the valuation key date in a process, typically related to the management of materials or inventory valuation. This error usually arises in the context of inventory management or material valuation processes, such as during the execution of a transaction that involves resetting or adjusting inventory values.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The reset date and the valuation key date are not in the same period. For example, if the reset date is in one fiscal period (e.g., January) and the valuation key date is in another (e.g., February), the system will throw this error.
  This can happen due to incorrect data entry or configuration settings in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Verify the reset date and the valuation key date you are using. Ensure that both dates fall within the same