How To Fix M8058 - Valuation type & copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Valuation type & copied

What causes this issue?

You want to create a material item. As the material entered is subject
to valuation, choose a valuation type in the window.
The valuation type on which the cursor is currently positioned will now
be copied into the item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8058 - Valuation type & copied ?

  The SAP error message M8058, which states "Valuation type & copied," typically occurs in the context of material valuation and inventory management. This error is often related to issues with the valuation type of materials in the system, particularly when trying to copy or transfer data between different materials or valuation types.
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Type Issues: The error usually arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the valuation types being used. This can happen if the valuation type is not defined correctly in the system or if there are discrepancies in the configuration.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to copy or transfer data.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the material valuation settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for material valuation in SAP (Transaction code: OMWB or OMWD).
  Ensure that the valuation types are correctly defined and that they match the requirements of the materials you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the valuation type assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the valuation type is valid and correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Transfer:
  
  If you are trying to copy data from one material to another, ensure that the valuation types are compatible.
  If necessary, manually adjust the valuation type in the target material to match the source material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling valuation types and related errors.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If there are any custom developments (user exits or BAdIs) that might be affecting the material valuation process, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  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.
  Valuation Types: Understand the concept of valuation types in SAP, which are used to differentiate between different stock types (e.g., unrestricted stock, quality inspection stock).
  Material Valuation: Review the principles of material valuation in SAP, including standard price, moving average price, and other valuation methods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M8058 error and implement a solution to resolve it.