How To Fix CZ143 - Plant & is not assigned to a valuation area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Plant & is not assigned to a valuation area

What causes this issue?

Plant &V1& is not assigned to a valuation area. No valid local currency
could therefore be found.

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?

<DS:TRANS.OX18>Assign the plant to a company code</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ143 - Plant & is not assigned to a valuation area ?

  The SAP error message CZ143 indicates that a specific plant is not assigned to a valuation area. This error typically arises in the context of Material Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI) when trying to perform transactions that require a link between the plant and the valuation area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The plant in question has not been assigned to any valuation area in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the plant is not properly set up in the relevant organizational structure.
  Data Entry Error: The plant code may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to a valuation area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> IMG -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define Plant
  
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  In the configuration menu, check if the plant is assigned to the correct valuation area.
  You can also check the assignment by navigating to:
  SPRO -> IMG -> Materials Management -> Valuation and Account Assignment -> Valuation -> Assign Plants to Valuation Areas
  
  
  
  
  Assign the Plant:
  
  If the plant is not assigned, you can create a new assignment by selecting the appropriate valuation area and adding the plant to it.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary assignments, save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: After the assignment is made, try to perform the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Area: In SAP, a valuation area is typically defined at the company code level or plant level, depending on the configuration. It is essential for inventory valuation and financial reporting.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMW1 (for plant assignment) or SPRO (to access the configuration menu) to navigate quickly.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or MM consultant for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or custom configurations affecting the assignment.