How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK025 - The material ledger is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20290_CHECK - Message class for company code merge preanalysis

• Message number: 025

• Message text: The material ledger is active

The material ledger is active. The relevant company codes have identical
settings on level valuation area.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK025 - The material ledger is active ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK025 indicates that the material ledger is active for the company code or plant you are working with. This error typically arises during processes that require the material ledger to be inactive, such as certain types of data migrations or system conversions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the material ledger functionality is enabled for the relevant company code or plant. The material ledger is used for tracking inventory and valuation in a more detailed manner, and certain operations cannot be performed while it is active.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Deactivate the Material Ledger:
  
  If your business process allows it, you can deactivate the material ledger for the relevant company code or plant. This can be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or use the appropriate path in your SAP GUI).
  Select the company code and navigate to the settings for the material ledger.
  Change the setting to deactivate the material ledger.
  
  
  Note: Deactivating the material ledger may have implications for your financial reporting and inventory management, so ensure that this aligns with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration or Conversion Process:
  
  If you are in the middle of a migration or conversion process (e.g., using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), check the specific requirements and guidelines for the process you are executing. Some processes may require the material ledger to be inactive, while others may not.
  Review the documentation for the migration tool you are using to see if there are alternative approaches or settings that can accommodate the active material ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above methods, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger: The material ledger is a functionality in SAP that allows for the tracking of inventory in multiple currencies and provides detailed reporting on material movements and valuations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing) and CKM3N (Material Ledger Document) for further analysis of material ledger data.
  Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, ensure that you are following the correct steps and prerequisites for the migration process.
  
  Always ensure to back up your data and thoroughly test any changes in a development or test environment before applying them to your production system.