How To Fix CMM_MEV_GEN_WL000 - Posting date &1 not in same period as valuation key date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MEV_GEN_WL - Period-End Valuation: Worklist

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Posting date &1 not in same period as valuation key date &2

What causes this issue?

The valuation key date &V2& of valuation result and the
entered posting date &V1& for the accrual document are in
different periods.

System Response

You cannot transfer the valuation result into the accrual document.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_WL000 - Posting date &1 not in same period as valuation key date &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMM_MEV_GEN_WL000 indicates that there is a mismatch between the posting date and the valuation key date in a transaction. Specifically, the error message states that the posting date (&1) is not in the same period as the valuation key date (&2). This typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory valuation processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Mismatch: The posting date of the transaction you are trying to execute falls into a different accounting period than the valuation key date. This can happen if:
  
  The posting date is in a future or past period that is not open for posting.
  The valuation key date is set to a specific date that does not align with the posting date.
  
  
  
  Period Closing: The accounting period may have been closed for the posting date, preventing any transactions from being recorded in that period.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict posting based on certain criteria, such as valuation methods or periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date of the transaction. Ensure that it is within an open period in the system. You can do this by checking the period status in the transaction code OB52 (for controlling periods) or MMPV (for material management periods).
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Key Date: If possible, adjust the valuation key date to match the posting date. This may involve changing the date in the transaction or adjusting the configuration settings.
  
  
  Open the Period: If the posting date is correct and should be allowed, consider opening the accounting period for posting. This can be done by the financial team or through the appropriate configuration settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings that may be affecting the posting.
  
  
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the posting you are trying to make. Some transaction types may have specific restrictions regarding posting dates.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: To check and manage posting periods.
  MMPV: To manage material management periods.
  MB1A/MB1B/MB1C: For various material document postings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.