How To Fix M8284 - Enter a valuation type for material & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Enter a valuation type for material & &

What causes this issue?

You tried to post to a material that is subject to split valuation.
No valuation type was, however, specified.

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

System Response

The posting is not possible, as a valuation type always has to be
entered if a material is split-valuated.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a valuation type.
If this is not possible in the current transaction, maintain a valuation
type in the purchase order to which the item refers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8284 - Enter a valuation type for material & & ?

  The SAP error message M8284 ("Enter a valuation type for material & &") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material valuation in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a valuation type to be specified for a material, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Type: The valuation type is not specified in the material master record for the material in question. This is particularly relevant for materials that are managed with multiple valuation types (e.g., in a split valuation scenario).
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle valuation types for the material.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise during specific transactions that require a valuation type, such as goods movements, inventory counts, or when creating purchase orders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change or MM03 for display).
  Ensure that the valuation type is correctly maintained in the accounting view of the material master.
  If the material is managed with multiple valuation types, ensure that the appropriate valuation type is assigned.
  
  
  
  Specify Valuation Type in Transactions:
  
  When performing transactions that require a valuation type, ensure that you enter the valuation type in the relevant field.
  If you are using a transaction that allows for multiple valuation types, make sure to select the correct one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for valuation types in the SAP system. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics > Materials Management > Valuation and Account Assignment > Account Determination > Define Valuation Types to ensure that the valuation types are correctly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on valuation types and their usage in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of valuation types and how to enter them correctly in transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Types: Valuation types are used in SAP to differentiate between different stock types of the same material (e.g., different quality levels, different suppliers, etc.).
  Split Valuation: This feature allows for the management of stock in different valuation categories, which can be useful for materials that have different costs or quality levels.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to understand where this error might occur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8284 error and ensure that valuation types are correctly managed in your SAP system.