How To Fix /PLMI/RCA_CALC041 - Secondary output &1 was not considered in exc. value calculation for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCA_CALC -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Secondary output &1 was not considered in exc. value calculation for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC041 - Secondary output &1 was not considered in exc. value calculation for &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC041 indicates that a secondary output was not considered in the excise value calculation for a specific material or process. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly when dealing with the calculation of costs or values associated with materials that have multiple outputs.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The secondary output may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the material master or in the production process configuration.
  Missing Data: The necessary data for the secondary output might be missing or incorrectly entered in the system.
  Calculation Logic: The logic used for calculating excise values may not account for secondary outputs, leading to this error.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the material or process, the system might be referencing an outdated version that does not include the secondary output.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the configuration of the material master for the affected material. Ensure that the secondary output is defined correctly.
  Review Production Process: Check the production process configuration to ensure that all outputs, including secondary ones, are included in the calculation logic.
  Update Configuration: If necessary, update the configuration settings to include the secondary output in the excise value calculation.
  Data Validation: Ensure that all relevant data for the secondary output is correctly entered and up to date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring secondary outputs and excise value calculations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the calculations are correct.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to material master maintenance (e.g., MM01, MM02) and production process configuration (e.g., CO01, CO02).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to ensure that secondary outputs are considered in the excise value calculation.