How To Fix MLCCS054 - BADI: Price will not be used as res. consumption price would be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MLCCS - Message for Actual Costing

• Message number: 054

• Message text: BADI: Price will not be used as res. consumption price would be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MLCCS054 - BADI: Price will not be used as res. consumption price would be negative ?

  The SAP error message MLCCS054 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing in the context of material consumption. Specifically, it suggests that the price being used for a material is resulting in a negative residual consumption price, which is not acceptable in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Material Ledger and actual costing.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Price Calculation: The error occurs when the system calculates a price that results in a negative value for the residual consumption price. This can happen due to incorrect settings or data in the material master, pricing conditions, or during the actual costing process.
  Incorrect BADI Implementation: If there is a Business Add-In (BADI) implemented that modifies the pricing logic, it may be incorrectly configured, leading to negative pricing.
  Material Master Data Issues: Incorrect or incomplete data in the material master, such as incorrect valuation class, price control indicators (moving average price vs. standard price), or other related fields.
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in how prices are calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected materials. Ensure that the valuation class, price control (moving average price or standard price), and other relevant fields are correctly set.
  Review BADI Implementation: If a BADI is implemented, check the logic to ensure it does not inadvertently lead to negative pricing. You may need to debug the BADI to identify the root cause.
  Costing Variant Configuration: Verify the configuration of the costing variant being used. Ensure that all necessary settings are correct and that they align with your business processes.
  Recalculate Prices: If necessary, recalculate the prices for the materials involved. This can often be done through transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimates).
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N, CK40N, and MM02 (Change Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Ledger, actual costing, and BADI implementations for further insights.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise as a result of the changes.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.