How To Fix C+320 - Error evaluating stock account: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Error evaluating stock account: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+320 - Error evaluating stock account: &1 ?

  The SAP error message C+320, which states "Error evaluating stock account: &1," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and accounting. This error indicates that there is an issue with the evaluation of the stock account during a transaction, such as goods movement or inventory valuation.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The stock account may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the account determination settings are not set up correctly for the relevant material type or valuation class.
  
  
  Incorrect Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not correspond to the correct stock account in the configuration.
  
  
  Account Determination Issues: There may be issues with the account determination procedure, such as missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables (e.g., OBYC).
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the accounting view.
  
  
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be linked to the correct stock account.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Account Determination:
  
  Go to transaction code OBYC and verify the account determination settings for the relevant transaction types (e.g., stock postings, goods movements).
  Ensure that the correct valuation class is linked to the appropriate stock account.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the affected material.
  Ensure that the accounting view is correctly maintained, including the valuation class.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary accounts are defined and linked correctly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Materials:
  
  If possible, test the transaction with different materials to see if the issue is isolated to a specific material or if it is a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBYC: Configuration for automatic account determination.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  MB1A/MB1B/MB1C: Transactions for goods movements that may trigger the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to inventory management and account determination for further insights.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C+320 error in your SAP system.