How To Fix VAL106 - The position is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VAL - Treasury: Messages for General Valuation

• Message number: 106

• Message text: The position is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

There are inconsistencies in the position that you wish to value.

System Response

Valuation of the position was terminated.
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How to fix this error?

Identify the inconsistencies using the valuation log or the TR ledger
position display and then eliminate them.

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 VAL106 - The position is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message VAL106 ("The position is inconsistent") typically occurs in the context of SAP's valuation and inventory management processes. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data related to a specific position (such as a stock item or a material) in the system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause is that the data in the database is inconsistent. This can happen due to incomplete transactions, incorrect postings, or issues during data migration.
  Missing Master Data: If the material master data or valuation data is incomplete or missing, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the valuation area or the material ledger may not be set up correctly.
  Unposted Documents: There may be unposted documents or transactions that are causing the inconsistency.
  Stock Differences: Differences between the physical stock and the stock recorded in the system