How To Fix MY401 - Delta posting was not executed - check the log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Delta posting was not executed - check the log

Check the errors in the log and resolve the errors.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY401 - Delta posting was not executed - check the log ?

  The SAP error message MY401, which states "Delta posting was not executed - check the log," typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with inventory management and delta postings. This error indicates that there was an issue with the delta posting process, which is responsible for updating inventory levels based on transactions.
  Causes of MY401 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to problems with delta postings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform delta postings.
  
  
  System Errors: Temporary system errors or issues with the background job that processes delta postings can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Log File Issues: The log file that records the details of the delta posting process may not be accessible or