How To Fix C+629 - No material update structure has been assigned to valuation area &


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: C+ -

  • Message number: 629

  • Message text: No material update structure has been assigned to valuation area &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+629 - No material update structure has been assigned to valuation area & ?

    The SAP error message C+629 "No material update structure has been assigned to valuation area &" typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) when there is an issue with the configuration of material valuation in the system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a material update structure assigned to the specified valuation area, which is necessary for processing material movements or transactions.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the material update structure has not been defined for the specific valuation area in the system.
    2. Incorrect Valuation Area: The valuation area specified in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
    3. Customizing Issues: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to material valuation or the material master data.

    Solution:

    To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:

    1. Check Material Master Data:

      • Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the valuation area is correctly assigned to the material.
      • Ensure that the material is set up with the correct valuation type and that the valuation area is active.
    2. Assign Material Update Structure:

      • Navigate to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
      • Go to Logistics > Material Management > Valuation > Assign Material Update Structure to Valuation Area.
      • Ensure that a material update structure is assigned to the relevant valuation area. If not, you will need to create or assign one.
    3. Check Valuation Area Configuration:

      • Ensure that the valuation area is correctly defined in the system. This can be checked in the configuration settings under Logistics > Material Management > Valuation > Define Valuation Area.
    4. Review Customizing Settings:

      • If you have made any recent changes to the customizing settings, review those changes to ensure they are correct and have not inadvertently caused the issue.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or MM consultant for guidance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing), OX19 (Define Valuation Area).
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify material master data and customizing settings.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C+629 error in SAP.

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