CO467 - Error occurred during material valuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 467

• Message text: Error occurred during material valuation

What causes this issue?

You want to create or change a material component. During the
valuation of the material an error occurred.

System Response

The material component cannot be created or changed.

How to fix this error?

Check all parameters relevant to the valuation of the material.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO467 - Error occurred during material valuation ?

  The SAP error message CO467, which states "Error occurred during material valuation," typically arises during the process of valuing materials in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes of CO467 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect. This includes missing valuation classes, incorrect price control indicators, or missing accounting views.
  
  
  Valuation Area Issues: The valuation area (plant or company code) may not be set up correctly, or the material may not be assigned to the correct valuation area.
  
  
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used for the valuation may not be configured properly, leading to errors during the valuation process.
  
  
  Currency Issues: There may be discrepancies in currency settings, such as missing exchange rates or incorrect currency configurations.
  
  
  Locked or Inconsistent Data: The data being processed may be locked or inconsistent due to ongoing transactions or previous errors.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the valuation.
  
  
  Solutions to CO467 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and correct. Ensure that all necessary views (such as accounting and costing) are maintained.
  
  
  Review Valuation Area Settings: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct valuation area and that the valuation area is properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Examine Costing Variants: Check the costing variant settings to ensure they are correctly defined and applicable to the materials being valued.
  
  
  Currency Configuration: Review the currency settings and ensure that the necessary exchange rates are maintained in the system.
  
  
  Unlock Data: If the data is locked, identify the process or user that is locking it and resolve the issue. You may need to wait for the process to complete or contact the user.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the valuation. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Review Logs and Traces: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for detailed logs related to the error. This can provide more context on what went wrong.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), and CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material valuation and related processes.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By systematically addressing the potential causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the CO467 error effectively. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.