How To Fix FINS_ML_UTIL001 - ML Insert-only is not activated. See longtext for further insructions.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_UTIL - Message Class for FINS_ML_UTIL package

• Message number: 001

• Message text: ML Insert-only is not activated. See longtext for further insructions.

What causes this issue?

Migration for material valuation data extract failed.

System Response

No business transaction related to material inventory can be processed.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_UTIL001 - ML Insert-only is not activated. See longtext for further insructions. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_UTIL001 indicates that the "ML Insert-only" functionality is not activated in your system. This functionality is related to the Material Ledger (ML) in SAP, which is used for managing inventory valuation and cost management.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation that requires the "Insert-only" functionality of the Material Ledger, but it has not been activated in your system settings. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to post a document that requires the Material Ledger to be in "Insert-only" mode.
  The system configuration does not allow for the necessary settings to be applied.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the "ML Insert-only" functionality. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > SAP Reference IMG.
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Material Ledger > Activate Material Ledger.
  Ensure that the "ML Insert-only" option is activated.
  
  
  
  Activate Material Ledger:
  
  If the Material Ledger is not activated, you will need to activate it for the relevant company code and controlling area.
  Make sure to follow the necessary steps to activate the Material Ledger, which may include defining the valuation area and other related settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform operations related to the Material Ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the long text of the error message for additional instructions or specific details related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger (ML): A component in SAP that allows for multiple valuations of inventory and provides detailed insights into material costs.
  Insert-only Mode: A mode in which the system allows for the insertion of new records without modifying existing ones, which can be crucial for certain accounting processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance or to check for any system-specific configurations that may be affecting the Material Ledger settings.