How To Fix MH317 - Identical areas of validity of material displayable only for ref. store

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Identical areas of validity of material displayable only for ref. store

What causes this issue?

On the <LS>Logistics: Store</> screen, you can display identically
maintained areas of validity only for reference stores (general or
distribution-chain-specific) in the case of single materials or
variants.

System Response

If you are maintaining data for the general reference store, the system
considers only stores maintained using this store, not stores
maintained using a distribution-chain-specific reference store. Of the
stores considered, it displays those not maintained differently from
the general reference store.
If you are maintaining data for a distribution-chain-specific reference
store, the system considers only stores maintained using this store. Of
the stores considered, it displays those not maintained differently
from the distribution-chain-specific reference store.

How to fix this error?

Reset the value of the store chosen to the initial value, and then
choose <LS>Identically maintained areas of validity</> again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH317 - Identical areas of validity of material displayable only for ref. store ?

  The SAP error message MH317, which states "Identical areas of validity of material displayable only for ref. store," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data when there are issues related to the areas of validity for a material in different storage locations or plants.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Identical Areas of Validity: The material has been defined with the same area of validity for multiple storage locations or plants, which can lead to confusion in the system about which data to display.
  Reference Store: The system is trying to display data for a material that has identical areas of validity across different locations, but it can only show this information for a reference store.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or inventory management that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MH317 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data (transaction code MM03) and check the areas of validity for the material in question.
  Ensure that the areas of validity are correctly defined and do not overlap inappropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Storage Locations:
  
  Verify the storage locations and plants associated with the material. Make sure that they are set up correctly and that there are no duplicate entries or conflicts.
  
  
  
  Use Reference Store:
  
  If the system indicates that it can only display data for a reference store, try to identify which store is set as the reference and check its configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to material management and storage locations. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for proper display of material data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling material master data and areas of validity.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  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.
  Material Management Module: Understanding the broader context of the Material Management (MM) module in SAP can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify material master data, as restrictions can sometimes lead to display issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.