How To Fix FINS_COSTING_UTIL012 - No CKMLMV001 entry for procurement alternative &1 is transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_COSTING_UTIL - Error messages occuring in Costing Utilities

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No CKMLMV001 entry for procurement alternative &1 is transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_COSTING_UTIL012 - No CKMLMV001 entry for procurement alternative &1 is transferred ?

  The SAP error message FINS_COSTING_UTIL012 indicates that there is no entry in the table CKMLMV001 for the specified procurement alternative. This error typically arises during the costing process in SAP, particularly when dealing with material valuation and cost estimates.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the required data for the specified procurement alternative is missing in the CKMLMV001 table. This table is used for storing material valuation data for different procurement alternatives.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the material master or the costing variant that does not align with the procurement alternative being used.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was recently migrated or updated, there may have been issues that led to missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Material Master Settings: The material master may not be set up correctly for the procurement alternative in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Material Master: Verify that the material master data is correctly configured for the procurement alternative. Ensure that the relevant procurement type is set up properly.
  Review Costing Variants: Check the costing variant settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to include the procurement alternative in question.
  Update CKMLMV001 Table: If the entry is genuinely missing, you may need to create or update the entry in the CKMLMV001 table. This can typically be done through the costing transaction or by using a custom program if necessary.
  Run Costing: If the issue is related to a specific costing run, try re-running the costing process after ensuring that all necessary data is in place.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Check for OSS Notes: Look for any relevant OSS notes from SAP that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to review and adjust costing data.
  Tables: Familiarize yourself with related tables such as MARA (General Material Data), CKMLMV001 (Material Valuation), and CKMLMV002 (Material Valuation for Alternative).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is impacting business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.