IW308 - The valuation type &2 is changed for material &1 according to Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 308

• Message text: The valuation type &2 is changed for material &1 according to Customizing

What causes this issue?

The <LS>Valuation type for external procurement obligatory</> indicator
was set as a default value for the valuation category &V3& in
Customizing in <LS>Set Split Valuation</> by choosing <LS>Local
Definitions</>

System Response

The system copies this obligatory default value for the valuation type
into the purchase requisition, even if the user has entered a different
valuation type.

How to fix this error?

If the valuation type &V2& entered should be copied into the purchase
requisition, delete the indicator <LS>Valuation type for external
procurement obligatory</> for the valuation category &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW308 - The valuation type &2 is changed for material &1 according to Customizing ?

  The SAP error message IW308 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the valuation type for a material in the context of a maintenance order or work order. This error typically arises when the valuation type of a material is changed in the system's configuration (Customizing) and does not match the valuation type that is currently assigned to the material in the order.
  Cause:
  
  Customizing Changes: The valuation type for the material has been changed in the Customizing settings, which can happen due to updates in the material master or changes in the configuration settings.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be updated to reflect the new valuation type, leading to inconsistencies.
  Order Data: The work order or maintenance order may still reference the old valuation type, causing a conflict with the new settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Review the Customizing settings for the valuation type in the relevant configuration area (e.g., Material Management or Plant Maintenance) to ensure they are set correctly.
  Update Material Master: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02) and check the valuation type assigned to the material. If it does not match the new valuation type in Customizing, update it accordingly.
  Review Work Order: Check the work order or maintenance order (transaction code IW32) to see if it references the old valuation type. If necessary, you may need to create a new order or adjust the existing one to align with the updated valuation type.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  IW32: Change Work Order
  
  
  Valuation Types: Valuation types are used in SAP to differentiate between different stock types (e.g., unrestricted stock, quality inspection stock) and can affect inventory valuation and accounting.
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Accounting, Plant Data/Storage) in the material master are correctly maintained.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to valuation types and error IW308.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW308 error and ensure that the valuation type for the material is consistent across all relevant areas in SAP.