How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE085 - Valuation type & & not maintained for product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Valuation type & & not maintained for product

What causes this issue?

Valuation area does not have the valuation type for this product.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create the product master record for valuation type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE085 - Valuation type & & not maintained for product ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE085 indicates that a valuation type has not been maintained for a specific product in the system. This error typically arises in the context of product costing or inventory management, where the system requires a valuation type to determine how the product's value is calculated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Type: The primary cause of this error is that the valuation type for the specified product has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to product valuation in the material master or the valuation area.
  Data Inconsistencies: The product may not have been properly set up in the system, leading to missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Enter the product number and check the relevant views (especially the Accounting and Costing views).
  Ensure that the valuation type is maintained for the product.
  
  
  
  Maintain Valuation Type:
  
  If the valuation type is missing, you can maintain it by using Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material).
  Navigate to the Accounting view and ensure that the valuation type is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Valuation Area:
  
  Ensure that the valuation area is correctly defined in the system. The valuation area can be at the company code level or plant level, depending on your configuration.
  You can check this in the configuration settings (Transaction Code: SPRO) under:
  
  Logistics - General > Material Master > Valuation > Maintain Valuation Types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are responsible for system configuration, review the settings related to valuation types and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Check if the valuation type is defined in the system and linked to the appropriate valuation classes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the valuation types and their configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Types: Valuation types are used in SAP to differentiate between different types of stock for the same material. For example, you might have different valuation types for raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-progress.
  Valuation Classes: Valuation classes are used to group materials with similar accounting characteristics. They are linked to G/L accounts in the system.
  Material Types: Different material types (e.g., raw materials, semi-finished goods, finished goods) may have different requirements for valuation types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.