How To Fix LOBM_ODATA_MSG023 - Split-valuation not active for material &1 and plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LOBM_ODATA_MSG - Batch Management: Common messages (not only OData)

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Split-valuation not active for material &1 and plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LOBM_ODATA_MSG023 - Split-valuation not active for material &1 and plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message LOBM_ODATA_MSG023 indicates that split valuation is not active for a specific material and plant combination. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform operations (like creating or updating a material) that require split valuation, but the configuration for that material does not support it.
  Cause:
  
  Split Valuation Not Activated: The material in question is not set up for split valuation in the system. Split valuation allows for different valuations of the same material based on different criteria (e.g., quality, origin).
  Material Type Configuration: The material type may not be configured to allow split valuation.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The specific plant may not have split valuation enabled for the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the valuation data for the material in the relevant plant.
  Ensure that the split valuation indicator is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Activate Split Valuation:
  
  If split valuation is required, you need to activate it for the material:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 to change the material master.
  Navigate to the Accounting 1 view.
  Set the "Split Valuation" indicator.
  
  
  
  
  
  Configure Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type allows for split valuation. This can be checked in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO):
  
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Attributes of Material Types.
  Check the settings for the relevant material type and ensure that the split valuation option is enabled.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings allow for split valuation. This can also be checked in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Create Valuation Categories:
  
  If necessary, create or adjust valuation categories in the system to support the split valuation for the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the material with split valuation in your SAP system.