How To Fix M7043 - Valuation type & differs from valuation type of batch &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Valuation type & differs from valuation type of batch &

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <GL:valuation_type>valuation type</> that differs
from the one determined by the system.
For example, in the case of a goods receipt for a purchase order, you
have entered a valuation type although the latter is already firmly
defined in the purchase order item.

System Response

The situation described above is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Enter the valuation type &V1& in the field "Batch".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7043 - Valuation type & differs from valuation type of batch & ?

  The SAP error message M7043 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the valuation type of the material being processed and the valuation type of the batch associated with that material. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management and batch management in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Valuation Type Mismatch: The valuation type of the material (which is defined in the material master) does not match the valuation type of the batch. This can happen if:
  
  The batch was created with a different valuation type than what is defined for the material.
  The material master has been changed after the batch was created, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  
  Batch Management Settings: The settings for batch management may not be correctly configured, leading to inconsistencies in how batches are handled.
  
  
  Material Master Changes: If the valuation type of the material master was changed after the batch was created, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the valuation type defined for the material.
  Ensure that it matches the valuation type of the batch.
  
  
  
  Check Batch Valuation Type:
  
  Use transaction code MSC3N to display the batch and check its valuation type.
  If the batch valuation type is incorrect, you may need to create a new batch with the correct valuation type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Batch or Material:
  
  If the batch is incorrect, you may need to transfer stock to a new batch with the correct valuation type.
  If the material valuation type needs to be changed, ensure that it is done in a way that does not affect existing stock or batches.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP and your organization's configuration.
  
  
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs for any recent changes to the material master or batch management settings that might have led to this issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created and managed.
  Valuation Types: Familiarize yourself with the concept of valuation types in SAP, which are used to differentiate between different types of stock (e.g., raw materials, finished goods).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to material masters and batches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7043 error and ensure that the valuation types are consistent across your materials and batches.