How To Fix C+316 - Valuation area & not found. Please check you entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Valuation area & not found. Please check you entry

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+316 - Valuation area & not found. Please check you entry ?

  The SAP error message C+316 "Valuation area & not found. Please check your entry" typically occurs when the system cannot find a specified valuation area in the context of material valuation or inventory management. The valuation area is a key organizational unit in SAP that determines how materials are valued and managed in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Valuation Area: The valuation area specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The valuation area may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the valuation area field.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data may not be set up for the specified valuation area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Valuation Area:
  
  Verify that the valuation area you are trying to use is correctly entered and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings or by using transaction codes like OX14 (for plant settings) or OX19 (for valuation area settings).
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If the valuation area does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings under:
  
  SPRO > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics - General > Define Valuation Areas.
  
  
  Ensure that the valuation area is assigned to the appropriate company code and plant.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question. Use transaction code MM03 to view the material and ensure that it is set up for the correct valuation area.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  Double-check your entry for any typos or incorrect values. Ensure that you are using the correct format and values as expected by the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the valuation area. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  OX14: Define Valuation Areas
  OX19: Define Valuation Area for Company Code
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on valuation areas and their configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C+316 error message in SAP.