How To Fix M7891 - Valuation area will be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 891

• Message text: Valuation area will be reset

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <DS:GLOS.3526B800AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>company
code</> and a <DS:GLOS.3526C0D5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>valuation
area</>.
This is not advisable, as several valuation areas may belong to one
company code.

System Response

The system resets the valuation area and checks the stocks at company
code level.

How to fix this error?

Decide whether you want to check the stocks at company code level or
valuation area level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7891 - Valuation area will be reset ?

  The SAP error message M7891, which states "Valuation area will be reset," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material valuation. This message indicates that the system is unable to determine a valid valuation area for the material in question, which can lead to issues in inventory valuation and accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The valuation area may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the valuation area is not assigned to the material or if the configuration settings for the valuation area are incomplete.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the accounting view or the valuation view.
  Valuation Type Issues: If the material is set up with multiple valuation types, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries for one or more of those types.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise during specific transactions, such as goods movements, where the system expects a valuation area to be defined but cannot find one.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that the valuation area is correctly defined in the accounting view.
  Ensure that the valuation class and valuation type are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the valuation area in the Customizing settings (transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the valuation area is defined and linked to the appropriate company code and plant.
  Verify that the valuation area is assigned to the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Valuation Type Configuration:
  
  If using multiple valuation types, ensure that all necessary valuation types are configured and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Review the specific transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the transaction is being executed in the correct context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the valuation area and related settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches: 
  
  Sometimes, specific issues may be addressed in SAP Notes or patches. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Area: In SAP, the valuation area can be at the company code level or plant level, depending on how the organization has set up its material valuation.
  Material Valuation: This is a critical aspect of inventory management, affecting financial reporting and inventory control.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management and valuation.