How To Fix IS178 - Valuation type &1 for material &2 in plant &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Valuation type &1 for material &2 in plant &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The <GL:valuation_type>valuation type</> &V1& for
<GL:material>material</> &V2& does exist in your system, but not in the
specified <GL:plant>plant</> &V3&.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check your entries in the fields Plant and Evaluation type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS178 - Valuation type &1 for material &2 in plant &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IS178 indicates that the valuation type specified for a material in a particular plant does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and material valuation, particularly when dealing with materials that have multiple valuation types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Type: The specified valuation type for the material is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The valuation type may not be properly configured in the material master or may not be assigned to the plant.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the valuation type or material number entered.
  Material Master Issues: The material master record may not be fully set up for the specified plant or valuation type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation Type:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the valuation type exists for the specified material and plant.
  Ensure that the valuation type is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Valuation Type:
  
  If the valuation type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics - General ? Material Master ? Basic Settings ? Define Valuation Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the valuation type is assigned to the appropriate material and plant.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured for the plant in question.
  Ensure that the material is set up for the correct valuation area (plant).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the valuation area and ensure that the valuation type is included in the settings for the relevant plants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing valuation types and material master records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  Valuation Types: Valuation types are used in SAP to differentiate between different stock types of the same material (e.g., raw materials, finished goods, etc.).
  Material Valuation: Understanding how materials are valued in SAP is crucial for accurate financial reporting and inventory management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.