How To Fix CACS_BR045 - Different valuation category for valuation type &1 subobject type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_BR - Business Rule Editor: Messages for Business Rule Editor

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Different valuation category for valuation type &1 subobject type &2

What causes this issue?

A different valuation category was returned for the valuation type. The
valuation result type is defined as
<DS:GLOS.34E0D85D66DDD3119B4F0060B0671ACC>absolute valuation</>,
but the result is returned as
<DS:GLOS.C1E0D85D66DDD3119B4F0060B0671ACC>difference valuation</>.

How to fix this error?

Use the field <ZK>VALUE_AMNT</> for the valuation results type absolute
valuation. Change the result of the formula to <ZK>VALUE_AMNT</> if
absolute valuation is returned.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_BR045 - Different valuation category for valuation type &1 subobject type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CACS_BR045 indicates that there is a mismatch in the valuation category for a specific valuation type and subobject type in the context of SAP's Commission Management or similar modules. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain valuation category for a given combination of valuation type and subobject type, but finds a different one instead.
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The most common cause of this error is incorrect configuration in the Customizing settings for the valuation types and subobject types. Each valuation type should be associated with a specific valuation category, and if this association is not correctly set up, the error will occur.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to this error. For example, if a valuation type is assigned to a different valuation category than expected, it can trigger this message.
  
  
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration settings, such as changes to valuation categories or types, this can lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Commission Management or the specific module you are working with.
  Verify the configuration for valuation types and subobject types. Ensure that the valuation categories are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: 
  
  Check the master data related to the valuation types and subobject types involved in the error.
  Ensure that the data is consistent and matches the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Categories: 
  
  If necessary, adjust the valuation categories in the configuration to align with the expected values for the valuation types and subobject types.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any additional insights or specific instructions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), or SE16 (for table display) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in the relevant module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CACS_BR045 error and implement a solution to resolve it.