How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_ACCESS204 - Split valuation for valuation area &1 type &2 not allowed for category &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_ACCESS - Message class for MDG Material Access Layer

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Split valuation for valuation area &1 type &2 not allowed for category &3

What causes this issue?

Split valuation not allowed.

System Response

The split record will be rejected.

How to fix this error?

Maintain your data correctly.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_ACCESS204 - Split valuation for valuation area &1 type &2 not allowed for category &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_ACCESS204 indicates that there is an issue with split valuation for a specific valuation area, valuation type, and material category in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when the system is configured in a way that does not allow split valuation for the specified parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The split valuation feature may not be enabled for the specified valuation area or valuation type in the material master settings.
  Material Category Restrictions: The material category you are trying to use may not support split valuation.
  Valuation Type Issues: The valuation type specified may not be correctly set up or may not be compatible with the material category.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material master that prevent the system from processing the split valuation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for material valuation in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Valuation > Define Valuation Areas and ensure that split valuation is allowed for the relevant valuation area and valuation type.
  
  
  
  Review Material Category:
  
  Verify that the material category you are using supports split valuation. You can check this in the material master data settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Type:
  
  Ensure that the valuation type is correctly defined and is compatible with the material category. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error. You can use transaction codes like MM02 to check and update the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on split valuation and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Split Valuation: This feature allows a company to manage different valuations for the same material based on different criteria (e.g., quality, origin).
  Valuation Area: This is typically the plant or company code level where the material is valued.
  Material Master: The central repository of information related to materials in SAP, which includes data on valuation, purchasing, and inventory management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MDG_BS_MAT_ACCESS204 error message.