How To Fix FTHM_BUCKET204 - Customizing for valuation class &1 and valuation area &2 missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTHM_BUCKET - Message class for package FTHM_BUCKET

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Customizing for valuation class &1 and valuation area &2 missing

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

To enter the missing Customizing settings, navigate to <ZK>Financial
Suppy Chain Management -> Treasury Risk Management -> Transaction
Manager -> General Settings -> Accounting -> Settings for Position
Management ->
<DS:SIMG.BEWERTUNGSKLASSEN>Define and Assign Valuation Classes</>.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTHM_BUCKET204 - Customizing for valuation class &1 and valuation area &2 missing ?

  The SAP error message FTHM_BUCKET204 indicates that there is a missing customizing entry for a specific valuation class and valuation area in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with asset accounting or inventory valuation.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system tries to process a transaction that requires a specific configuration for a combination of valuation class and valuation area, but that configuration is not defined in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The necessary entries for the valuation class and valuation area have not been set up in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration might be incomplete or incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to ensure that the necessary customizing entries are created and correctly configured. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Depending on the context (e.g., Asset Accounting, Material Management), navigate to the relevant section. For example, for Asset Accounting, you might go to:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Valuation > Define Valuation Areas.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Valuation Class and Area:
  
  Look for the specific valuation class and valuation area mentioned in the error message. Ensure that there is a valid entry for this combination.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Entries:
  
  If the entry is missing, create a new entry for the valuation class and valuation area.
  If it exists but is incorrect, modify it to ensure it meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: After saving, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Class: This is a classification that determines how the system values materials or assets. It is used in various modules like Material Management (MM) and Asset Accounting (FI-AA).
  Valuation Area: This typically refers to the organizational unit for which the valuation is done, such as a company code or plant.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic postings) and OBA7 (for valuation area settings) that may help in troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or dependencies that need to be addressed.