How To Fix M3191 - Valuation category & does not allow split valuation

M3191 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Valuation category & does not allow split valuation

What causes this issue?

You have entered a valuation type although the valuation category on
the accounting data screen does not allow split valuation.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valuation category that allows split valuation on the
material's accounting screen.
Define the material's valuation type in accordance with this.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

M3191 - Details

• The SAP error message M3191, which states "Valuation category & does not allow split valuation," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves split valuation for a material that is not configured to allow it. Split valuation is a feature in SAP that allows you to manage different valuations for the same material based on certain criteria, such as quality, origin, or other characteristics.
  
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Category Configuration: The valuation category assigned to the material does not support split valuation. This can happen if the valuation category is set to a type that does not allow for multiple valuations.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up correctly to allow for split valuation. This includes the valuation type and the settings in the accounting view.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., goods movement, inventory management) may not be compatible with the current