How To Fix MY220 - The procedure has already been explained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MY - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation(Low.Val.Det./LIFO/FIFO)

• Message number: 220

• Message text: The procedure has already been explained

What causes this issue?

You pressed the 'Procedure' button. However, the program situation does
not need any further settings at this point.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check the current program situation. You have to specify a
procedure if LIFO valuation is carried out at company code level or if
a lowest value comparison is to be carried out for LIFO valuated pools.
You define the LIFO valuation level in Customizing. How the program is
used in the pools depends on the method you choose.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY220 - The procedure has already been explained ?

  The SAP error message MY220, which states "The procedure has already been explained," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to perform an action that has already been completed or when there is an attempt to re-explain a procedure that has already been documented or processed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Action: The most common cause of this error is that the user is trying to execute a procedure or transaction that has already been executed or explained in the system.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system does not allow the same procedure to be explained multiple times.
  User Error: The user may not be aware that the procedure has already been processed, leading to confusion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Procedures: Review the existing procedures or transactions to confirm whether the procedure has already been explained. This can often be done through transaction codes related to the specific module you are working in.
  Consult Documentation: Look at the documentation or logs to see if there is a record of the procedure being explained. This can help clarify the situation.
  Avoid Duplicate Actions: If the procedure has indeed been explained, avoid trying to explain it again unless there is a valid reason to do so.
  Contact Support: If you believe this error is occurring in error or if you need to re-explain the procedure for a legitimate reason, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that pertain to the procedure you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on the procedures and the system to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MY220 error and understand its context within your SAP environment.