How To Fix FML_CUST032 - Run must not post to ledgers for material inventory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FML_CUST - Message Class for ML Customizuing

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Run must not post to ledgers for material inventory

What causes this issue?

In company &V2& the material values and quantities are managed by the
following ledgers of the Universal Journal: &V4&.
Therefore a parallel COGM run must not post to these ledgers.
However, the parallel COGM run you started posts with accounting
principle &V1& which in company &V2& refers to the ledgers: &V3&.

System Response

The closing step is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Check the customizing settings for parallel COGM valuation of company
&V2&:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<DS:SIMG.FCML_MLCO_DC>Set Up Parallel Valuation of Cost of Goods
Manufactured for Company Codes</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FML_CUST032 - Run must not post to ledgers for material inventory ?

  The SAP error message FML_CUST032 indicates that a run is attempting to post to ledgers for material inventory, which is not allowed in the current configuration. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings related to materials and inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system is configured in such a way that it does not allow postings to certain ledgers for material inventory. This could be due to settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings to the ledgers.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may be restricted from posting to specific ledgers.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or user exits that prevent postings under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Ledger > Define Ledgers.
  Ensure that the ledgers are correctly configured to allow postings for material inventory.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Period:
  
  Check if the posting period is open. You can do this using transaction code OB52 to view and adjust the posting periods.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the document type settings to ensure that the document type being used for the posting is allowed to post to the relevant ledgers.
  
  
  
  Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently blocking the postings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message FML_CUST032 for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OB52 (for posting periods), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to FML_CUST032, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.