How To Fix EVAL_IV_ITM007 - Relative amount variance could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EVAL_IV_ITM - Messages During Reading of Item Data

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Relative amount variance could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EVAL_IV_ITM007 - Relative amount variance could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message EVAL_IV_ITM007 ("Relative amount variance could not be determined") typically occurs during the evaluation of inventory or during the processing of invoices in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to calculate the relative amount variance for a particular item, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The error may arise if there are missing or incorrect entries in the relevant master data or transaction data. This includes issues with material master records, pricing conditions, or invoice data.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are discrepancies in currency conversion or if the currency settings are not consistent across the documents being processed, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Inconsistent Valuation: If the valuation method for the material is inconsistent or if there are discrepancies in the valuation classes, it can cause the system to be unable to determine the relative amount variance.
  
  
  Incomplete Document Flow: If there are missing documents in the flow (e.g., missing goods receipts or invoices), the system may not have enough information to calculate the variance.
  
  
  Customizations or Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements in the SAP system that affect the evaluation process may also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and accurate. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including valuation class and pricing information.
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the related transactions (e.g., purchase orders, goods receipts, invoices) for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all documents are properly linked.
  
  
  Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings are consistent across all relevant documents. Check if there are any currency conversion issues.
  
  
  Valuation Method: Review the valuation method used for the material. Ensure that it is correctly set up and consistent with the company's accounting policies.
  
  
  Document Flow: Ensure that all necessary documents are present and correctly processed in the system. If any documents are missing, complete the necessary transactions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the calculation fails. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MIGO (Goods Movement) to review related documents.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on inventory valuation and invoice processing.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.