How To Fix CZ079 - The valuation level cannot be maintained (already defined)

CZ079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 079

• Message text: The valuation level cannot be maintained (already defined)

What causes this issue?

You have already made an assignment from plants to company codes, so you
cannot now change the valuation areas.

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?

If you have to make a change, please contact your consultant or see
<DS:TRAT.OX14>Introduction to Materials Management, Valuation Areas</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ079 - The valuation level cannot be maintained (already defined) ?

  The SAP error message CZ079, "The valuation level cannot be maintained (already defined)," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) and is related to the configuration of valuation levels in the system. This error indicates that the valuation level for a material has already been defined and cannot be changed or maintained further.
  
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Level Already Set: The valuation level (either at the plant level or at the company code level) has already been defined in the system. This means that the system does not allow changes to the valuation level once it has been set.
  Configuration Settings: The valuation level is determined in the configuration settings of the SAP system, specifically in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the Material Management module.
  Data Consistency: The system enforces data consistency, and changing the valuation level after it has been set could lead to inconsistencies in inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Current Valuation