How To Fix FBV_JOB026 - Valuation Alternative &1 does not exist or is not usable for process &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBV_JOB - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Valuation Alternative &1 does not exist or is not usable for process &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBV_JOB026 - Valuation Alternative &1 does not exist or is not usable for process &2 ?

  The SAP error message FBV_JOB026 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation alternative specified in the context of a financial process. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid valuation alternative for the specified process, which can occur in various financial transactions, such as during the posting of documents or during the execution of certain jobs.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Valuation Alternative: The valuation alternative specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Valuation Alternative: The valuation alternative exists but is not active or usable for the specified process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules that prevent the valuation alternative from being recognized.
  Missing Customization: The valuation alternative may not have been properly set up in the customizing settings for the relevant company code or controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation Alternatives:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where valuation alternatives are defined.
  Verify that the valuation alternative specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate Valuation Alternative:
  
  If the valuation alternative exists but is inactive, activate it in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the valuation alternative is correctly assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Check if the valuation alternative is linked to the correct processes (e.g., asset accounting, inventory valuation).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to valuation alternatives and the specific process you are working with to ensure all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If possible, try to execute the process with different data or a different valuation alternative to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for defining valuation alternatives) or OX19 (for company code settings).
  Documentation: Review SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles related to FBV_JOB026 for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  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 cause of the FBV_JOB026 error and implement a solution to resolve it.