How To Fix ML4HMASTER114 - First settle input activity &1 on level &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ML4HMASTER - Message Class for ML4H Masterdata

• Message number: 114

• Message text: First settle input activity &1 on level &2

What causes this issue?

Activity type/business process &V1& on costing level &V2&, which is an
input of the current material, does not have the status <ZK>settlement
performed</>.

System Response

The system does not allow settlement of the current material.

How to fix this error?

Perform the settlement for input activity type/business process &V1&
first.

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 ML4HMASTER114 - First settle input activity &1 on level &2 ?

  The SAP error message ML4HMASTER114 typically indicates that there is an issue with the settlement of an input activity in the context of a project or cost center. This error occurs when the system requires that a specific input activity (like a cost or revenue activity) be settled before proceeding with further processing at a higher level.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Unsettled Input Activity: The input activity specified in the error message has not been settled yet. In SAP, activities must be settled in a specific order, and if a prerequisite activity is not settled, the system will throw this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the settlement profiles or in the way the activities are defined in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the input activity may be missing or incomplete, preventing the settlement process from being completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Settlement Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CJI3 for project reports or KOB1 for cost center reports) to check the status of the input activity mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the input activity is marked as settled.
  
  
  
  Settle the Input Activity:
  
  If the input activity is not settled, you need to perform the settlement. You can do this using the transaction K settlement or CJI2 for project settlement.
  Follow the necessary steps to settle the activity, ensuring that all required data is complete.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the settlement profiles and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Check if there are any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled before settling the input activity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific input activity and its settlement requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJI3, CJI2, KOB1, and KKAO for settlement processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to project management and cost accounting in SAP for best practices on settlement processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.