How To Fix MN011 - Period calculation rule adopted from main record (See long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Period calculation rule adopted from main record (See long text)

What causes this issue?

The calculation rule of the period conditions &V1& differs from the
calculation rule of the associated main condition &V2&. After the
validity end date of the rebate arrangement, final settlement
accounting is carried out with respect to the entire period of the
arrangement. In order for this to be done, the cumulative values must
have a common basis.

System Response

The system has recognized the faulty situation and corrected it.

How to fix this error?

However, should the period conditions contain a different calculation
rule than that of the main condition, you can choose between the
calculation rules for fixed amounts or for percentages.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN011 - Period calculation rule adopted from main record (See long text) ?

  The SAP error message MN011, which states "Period calculation rule adopted from main record," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when there is an issue with the period calculation rules in the system. This error indicates that the system is trying to adopt a period calculation rule from a main record (like a material master or a production order) but is encountering a problem.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The period calculation rule may not be properly configured in the material master or related records.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the main record and the derived records.
  Master Data Issues: The main record (e.g., material master) might not have a valid period calculation rule defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the period calculation rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (like Accounting or MRP) to ensure that the period calculation rule is correctly defined.
  If it is missing or incorrect, update the material master with the correct period calculation rule.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for period calculation rules. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (MM or PP).
  Ensure that the rules are set up correctly and are applicable to the materials or processes you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies between the main record and the derived records.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to analyze the database tables related to the material or production order.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the period calculation rules.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific period calculation rules and their implications.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: MARA (General Material Data), MBEW (Material Valuation), MRP-related tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MN011 error message in SAP.