How To Fix ML4HMASTER111 - Reverse the closing entry before removing activity &1 from run &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ML4HMASTER - Message Class for ML4H Masterdata

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Reverse the closing entry before removing activity &1 from run &2

What causes this issue?

According to this selection, activity type/business process &V1& is no
longer relevant for costing run &V2&. However, you have already posted
the closing entries for the activity type/business process in this
costing run.

System Response

The system cannot remove activity type/business process &V1& from
costing run &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Reverse the closing entries for the activity type/business process in
this costing run. Then repeat the selection to remove the activity
type/business process from the costing run.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ML4HMASTER111 - Reverse the closing entry before removing activity &1 from run &2 ?

  The SAP error message ML4HMASTER111 indicates that there is an issue related to the closing entry in the context of activity management in SAP. Specifically, it suggests that you are trying to remove an activity from a run, but there is a closing entry that needs to be reversed first.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Closing Entries: A closing entry has been posted for the activity you are trying to remove. This means that the financial data for that activity has been finalized, and you cannot modify or remove it without first reversing the closing entry.
  Activity Management: The activity you are trying to remove is linked to a specific run, and the system is enforcing data integrity by preventing changes to finalized data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Closing Entry: Determine which closing entry is associated with the activity you are trying to remove. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction logs or reports in SAP.
  
  
  Reverse the Closing Entry:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or module where the closing entry was posted.
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., ML81N for service entry sheets, MIGO for goods movements, etc.) to reverse the closing entry.
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Remove the Activity: Once the closing entry has been successfully reversed, you can proceed to remove the activity from the run.
  
  
  Repost if Necessary: If you need to maintain the financial data, you may need to repost the closing entry after making the necessary changes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing activities and closing entries, such as:
  
  ML81N: Service Entry Sheet
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to reverse entries and modify activities.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling closing entries and activity management.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your activity management tasks in SAP.