How To Fix FR012 - Valuation areas must be different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Valuation areas must be different

What causes this issue?

The valuation areas for the currency to be valuated and the valuation
area for the remeasurement or translation are identical.

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?

Use different valuation areas.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR012 - Valuation areas must be different ?

  The SAP error message FR012 ("Valuation areas must be different") typically occurs in the context of inventory management and valuation in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to perform an operation (such as a goods movement or a valuation adjustment) that involves two valuation areas that are not distinct from each other. Valuation areas in SAP are used to define how materials are valued in different organizational units, such as plants or company codes.
  Cause:
  
  Same Valuation Area: The error usually arises when the system detects that the valuation areas involved in a transaction are the same, which is not allowed for the operation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the material master or in the settings for the valuation areas.
  Incorrect Transaction Data: The data entered in the transaction may be incorrect, leading to the system interpreting that the same valuation area is being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valuation Areas: Review the valuation areas involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are indeed different. You can do this by checking the material master records and the configuration settings.
  Material Master Configuration: Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the valuation data for the materials involved. Ensure that they are assigned to different valuation areas.
  Transaction Data Review: If you are entering data manually, double-check the entries to ensure that you are not inadvertently selecting the same valuation area for both sides of the transaction.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO), check the settings for valuation areas under the relevant modules (like Material Management or Financial Accounting) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Area Definition: In SAP, a valuation area can be defined at the company code level or plant level. Understanding how these are set up in your organization is crucial for resolving this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed explanations of valuation areas and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management or Financial Accounting.