How To Fix M3193 - Valuation category & not allowed for valuation area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Valuation category & not allowed for valuation area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3193 - Valuation category & not allowed for valuation area & ?

  The SAP error message M3193 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation category assigned to a material in a specific valuation area. This error typically arises when the valuation category of a material does not match the settings or requirements for the valuation area in which the material is being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Category Mismatch: The valuation category assigned to the material is not compatible with the valuation area settings. For example, if the valuation area is set to require a specific valuation category (like standard price or moving average price), and the material is assigned a different category, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the material master or the valuation area may not be aligned correctly, leading to this error.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions on the valuation categories that can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the valuation category assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the valuation category is appropriate for the valuation area you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Valuation Area Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the valuation area (transaction code OX19) to ensure that it allows the valuation category assigned to the material.
  If necessary, adjust the settings to allow the required valuation category.
  
  
  
  Adjust Material Type Settings:
  
  If the material type has restrictions on valuation categories, you may need to change the material type or adjust the settings in the configuration (transaction code OMT0).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on valuation categories and their compatibility with different valuation areas.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Valuation Categories: These are used in SAP to determine how materials are valued in financial accounting. Common valuation categories include:
  
  Standard Price (S)
  Moving Average Price (V)
  Other specific categories depending on the configuration.
  
  
  
  Valuation Areas: These are organizational units in SAP that define how materials are valued. They can be at the company code level or plant level.
  
  
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP (like raw materials, finished goods, etc.) have different characteristics and may have specific valuation category requirements.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.