How To Fix M3046 - First define the valuation level in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 046

• Message text: First define the valuation level in Customizing

What causes this issue?

You wanted to create a material master record. However, the valuation
level (plant or company code) has not yet been defined in your system.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to define the valuation level in
Customizing for <LS>Enterprise Structure</> in the activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUSAPCOX14>Define Valuation Level</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3046 - First define the valuation level in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message M3046, which states "First define the valuation level in Customizing," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the valuation level in the Material Management (MM) module. This error is related to how materials are valued in the system, specifically whether the valuation is done at the plant level or at the company code level.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system is unable to determine the valuation level for materials because it has not been defined in the configuration settings. The valuation level determines whether the material valuation is managed at the plant level (where each plant can have its own valuation) or at the company code level (where all plants share the same valuation).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the valuation level in the SAP Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Material Management:
  
  Follow the path: Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define Valuation Level.
  
  
  
  Define Valuation Level:
  
  In the "Define Valuation Level" screen, you will see options to set the valuation level.
  You can choose between "Valuation at Plant Level" or "Valuation at Company Code Level."
  Select the appropriate option based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the selection, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  After defining the valuation level, ensure that the material master data is correctly set up according to the new valuation level.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Valuation Level Options:
  
  Plant Level: Each plant can have its own valuation for materials. This is useful for companies that have different costs or pricing strategies in different locations.
  Company Code Level: All plants under a company code share the same valuation for materials. This is simpler but may not reflect the actual costs if there are significant differences between plants.
  
  
  
  Impact on Material Master:
  
  The valuation level affects how material master records are created and maintained. Ensure that the valuation data is consistent with the defined valuation level.
  
  
  
  Further Configuration:
  
  After defining the valuation level, you may also need to configure other related settings, such as valuation classes, account determination, and material types.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3046 error and ensure that your SAP system is correctly configured for material valuation.