How To Fix MLCCS017 - No S price split exists for material &1 in period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MLCCS - Message for Actual Costing

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No S price split exists for material &1 in period &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MLCCS017 - No S price split exists for material &1 in period &2 ?

  The SAP error message MLCCS017 indicates that there is no split of the standard price for a material in a specific period. This typically occurs in the context of Material Ledger and is related to the management of material prices in different periods, especially when using the Actual Costing functionality.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Price Split: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a price split for the specified material in the given period. This can happen if:
  
  The material has not been processed for the specified period.
  The price change for the material was not recorded or updated correctly.
  The material ledger is not activated for the material or the period in question.
  
  
  
  Period Closing: If the period has been closed in the system, it may prevent any changes or updates to the price splits.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Material Ledger settings that prevent the proper calculation or recording of price splits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Ledger Settings: Ensure that the Material Ledger is activated for the material and that the relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Review Price Changes: Verify if there were any price changes made for the material in the specified period. If changes were made, ensure they were properly recorded.
  
  
  Open the Period: If the period is closed, you may need to open it again to make necessary adjustments. This should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's policies.
  
  
  Run Price Determination: Execute the price determination process for the material to ensure that the price splits are calculated and recorded correctly.
  
  
  Check for Errors in Previous Periods: Sometimes, issues in previous periods can cascade and cause problems in subsequent periods. Review the previous periods for any discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling Material Ledger issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CKM3N: Display Material Price Analysis
  CKMLCP: Actual Costing/Material Ledger: Periodic Unit Price Calculation
  CKMLCP: Actual Costing/Material Ledger: Periodic Unit Price Calculation
  
  
  
  Material Ledger Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger in the SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: Check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the price determination process.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MLCCS017 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.