How To Fix ML4HMASTER116 - Settle material &1 in the predecessor run first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ML4HMASTER - Message Class for ML4H Masterdata

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Settle material &1 in the predecessor run first

What causes this issue?

You want to perform a preparation of settlement for material &V1& in
costing run &V2&. However, you have not settled the material in the
non-posting predecessor run.

System Response

The system does not allow the preparation of settlement for the
material.

How to fix this error?

Perform settlement for material &V1& in the predecessor run 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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ML4HMASTER116 - Settle material &1 in the predecessor run first ?

  The SAP error message ML4HMASTER116 indicates that there is an issue with the settlement of a material in a predecessor run. This typically occurs in the context of the Material Ledger (ML) when trying to settle a material that has not yet been settled in a previous run.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to settle a material that is dependent on a predecessor run that has not been completed. In the Material Ledger, materials can have dependencies based on their processing sequence, and if a predecessor run has not been settled, the system will not allow the current run to proceed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Predecessor Run: Determine which predecessor run is required for the material in question. This information can usually be found in the error message details or by checking the material's settlement history.
  
  
  Check Settlement Status: Go to the transaction code CKMLCP (for Material Ledger) or CKMLRUN to check the status of the predecessor run. Ensure that it has been completed successfully.
  
  
  Settle the Predecessor Run: If the predecessor run has not been settled, you need to settle it first. Use the appropriate transaction (like CKMLCP) to perform the settlement for the predecessor run.
  
  
  Retry the Settlement: Once the predecessor run has been settled, you can then retry the settlement for the current material.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger and settlement processes to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CKMLCP: Material Ledger Periodic Settlement
  CKMLRUN: Material Ledger Run
  CKM3N: Material Ledger Document Display
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Material Ledger and settlement processes for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform settlement operations in the Material Ledger.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully settle the material in question.