How To Fix MH217 - The valuation areas transferred cannot be processed

MH217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 217

• Message text: The valuation areas transferred cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

You wanted to transfer <DS:GLOS.valuation_area>valuation areas</>, but
have not selected one of the following <DS:GLOS.user_department>user
departments</>:
Listing
Logistics: distribution center
Logistics: store

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select one of the user departments above.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MH217 - Details

• The SAP error message MH217 ("The valuation areas transferred cannot be processed") typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory valuation. This error indicates that there is an issue with the valuation areas that are being transferred during a transaction, such as a goods movement or inventory posting.
  Causes:
  
  
  Inconsistent Valuation Areas: The valuation areas being referenced in the transaction may not be consistent with the configuration in the system. This can happen if the valuation area is not defined correctly in the material master or if there are discrepancies in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The valuation area may not be set up in the system for the specific plant or company code involved in the transaction.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained for the valuation area, leading to issues during processing.
  
  
  Transaction Type Issues: The type of transaction being performed may not be compatible