How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API009 - Material ledger not activated for valuation area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API - Messages for MDG Material Ledger

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Material ledger not activated for valuation area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API009 - Material ledger not activated for valuation area &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_MLA_API009 indicates that the Material Ledger is not activated for the specified valuation area. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to perform operations that require the Material Ledger to be active.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the Material Ledger functionality has not been activated for the specific valuation area (plant) in which you are trying to perform the operation. The Material Ledger is a tool in SAP that allows for more detailed inventory valuation and is often used in environments that require actual costing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the Material Ledger for the relevant valuation area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Material Ledger -> Activate Material Ledger
  
  
  
  
  Activate Material Ledger:
  
  In the configuration settings, you will find options to activate the Material Ledger.
  Select the relevant valuation area (plant) for which you want to activate the Material Ledger.
  Ensure that the Material Ledger is activated for that valuation area.
  
  
  
  Check Settings:
  
  After activation, verify that the settings for the Material Ledger are correctly configured, including the currency settings and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Once the Material Ledger is activated, try to perform the operation again that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Ledger Functionality: The Material Ledger provides functionalities such as actual costing, multiple currency valuations, and more detailed inventory management.
  Valuation Area: In SAP, a valuation area typically corresponds to a plant. Each plant can have its own settings for inventory valuation.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMX1 to check the Material Ledger settings or MM01 to create or change material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Material Ledger and its configuration.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.