How To Fix CFM_TR_BIW002 - Valuation area "001" is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFM_TR_BIW - BW Extractor for CFM

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Valuation area "001" is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Valuation area "001" is currently not integrated into parallel position
management.

System Response

Valuation area "001" is omitted from the selection until parallel
position management is integrated. The selection was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Start the selection again using a different valuation area.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFM_TR_BIW002 - Valuation area "001" is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CFM_TR_BIW002, which states "Valuation area '001' is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) and Material Management (MM) modules, particularly when dealing with transfer pricing, valuation, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Area Configuration: The valuation area "001" may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the configuration for the relevant company code or plant.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly for the valuation area in question. This includes settings related to valuation type, valuation class, or other related parameters.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction you are trying to perform may not be allowed for the specified valuation area due to restrictions in the configuration.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the specified valuation area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant sections for Material Management and Controlling.
  Ensure that the valuation area "001" is properly defined and linked to the appropriate company code and plant.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data for the relevant materials.
  Check the valuation data and ensure that the valuation area is correctly assigned and configured.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Review the transaction types being used and ensure that they are allowed for the valuation area "001". This may involve checking the settings in the relevant configuration areas.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions related to the valuation area. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific error message for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  SPRO (Configuration)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.