How To Fix FT353 - Select a valuation area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Select a valuation area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT353 - Select a valuation area ?

  The SAP error message FT353, which states "Select a valuation area," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or asset accounting where a valuation area is required but not specified. The valuation area is a key organizational unit in SAP that determines how assets are valued and managed within the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Area: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a valuation area in the transaction they are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the valuation areas are not properly defined or linked to the relevant company codes or plants.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select the valuation area.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Valuation Area: When prompted with the error, ensure that you select a valid valuation area from the available options. This is usually done in the selection screen of the transaction.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration of valuation areas in the system. Ensure that they are properly defined and assigned to the relevant company codes or plants.
  
  You can check this in the configuration menu under:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Valuation > Define Valuation Areas.
  
  
  
  
  User Authorization: If you suspect that the issue may be related to user roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that your user profile has the necessary permissions to access and select valuation areas.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Area: In SAP, a valuation area can be a company code or a plant, depending on how the organization has set up its asset accounting.
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to asset accounting, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.