How To Fix FCMLHELP036 - Operation value from ML-doc and ckmi1 record cannot be compared.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCMLHELP - HelpDesk

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Operation value from ML-doc and ckmi1 record cannot be compared.

What causes this issue?

The ckmi1 record currently processed belongs to an operation that was
posted to the previous period or the previous year. ( 'Previous'
meaning previous at the time the operation was entered ).
More precisely, the ckmi1 record currently processed is the ckmi1
record that was created for the period during which the operation was
entered. ( A second ckmi1 record was created for the prior period or
thelast period of the previous year. )
The operation values in the entry period ckmi1 record and in the
corresponding material ledger document are determined differently and
cannot be compared.
The sum of the operation values of the two ckmi1 records for the entry
period and the previous period gives the value that was posted to the
material stock during the operation, i.e. the value that was posted to
the stock in the entry period of the transaction.
On the other hand, the material ledger documents of the entry period
contains itself already the value that was posted to the stock in the
current period.

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 FCMLHELP036 - Operation value from ML-doc and ckmi1 record cannot be compared. ?

  The SAP error message FCMLHELP036 indicates that there is an issue with comparing values from the Material Ledger (ML) document and the CKMI1 record. This typically occurs during the processing of material movements or during the execution of certain transactions that involve material valuation.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies between the data in the Material Ledger and the CKMI1 table, which stores material valuation data.
  Currency Differences: The values being compared may be in different currencies, leading to comparison issues.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger settings or in the valuation area.
  Document Status: The status of the ML document or the CKMI1 record may not allow for comparison (e.g., if one is not yet posted or is in a different state).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FCMLHELP036 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like CKM3N (Material Ledger Document) and CKMI1 (Material Valuation) to review the relevant documents and records.
  Ensure that the data in both the ML document and CKMI1 record is consistent and correctly posted.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Verify that the currencies used in the ML document and CKMI1 record are the same. If they are different, you may need to convert one of the values to match the other.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger in transaction OMX1 (for activating the Material Ledger) and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the documents involved. Ensure that they are in a state that allows for comparison (e.g., both should be posted).
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Document:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reprocessing the affected documents. This may involve reversing and reposting transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like CKM3N, CKMI1, and others related to Material Ledger and valuation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Ledger and valuation methods to understand the underlying processes better.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FCMLHELP036 error in your SAP system.