How To Fix 8Z354 - Valuation area entry was ignored

8Z354 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8Z - Messages for Inflation Adjustment

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Valuation area entry was ignored

What causes this issue?

The system is configured in such a way that market prices are
determined on company code level. You do not have to enter a valuation
area.

System Response

The system therefore ignores the valuation area you entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8Z354 - Valuation area entry was ignored ?

  The SAP error message 8Z354 ("Valuation area entry was ignored") typically occurs in the context of material valuation and inventory management. This error indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the valuation area specified in a transaction or configuration, which is not being recognized or is not applicable for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Valuation Area: The valuation area specified in the transaction may not match the configuration settings in the system. This can happen if the valuation area is not defined correctly in the material master or if it is not assigned to the relevant company code or plant.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The valuation area may not be set up in the system for the specific material type or for the specific transaction being executed.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material master, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Transaction Context: The error may arise