How To Fix MH326 - Differently maintained areas of validity cannot be displayed in this case

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Differently maintained areas of validity cannot be displayed in this case

What causes this issue?

On the <LS>Purchasing</> screen, differently maintained areas of
validity can be determined only for generic materials or can be
determined only at purchasing organization level (no plant entered).

System Response

Generic material
The system displays all variants whose purchasing data has been
maintained differently from the generic material.
Purchasing organization level
The system displays all plants belonging to the purchasing organization
specified whose purchasing data has been maintained differently from
the purchasing data for this purchasing organization.

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Switch to purchasing organization level (by leaving the <LS>Plant</>
field blank) and then choose <LS>Differently maintained areas of
validity</>.
Choose the area of validity <LS>Generic material</> and then choose
<LS>Differently maintained areas of validity</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH326 - Differently maintained areas of validity cannot be displayed in this case ?

  The SAP error message MH326, which states "Differently maintained areas of validity cannot be displayed in this case," typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with certain configuration settings in SAP. This error indicates that there are inconsistencies in the areas of validity for the data being accessed or processed.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The error often arises when there are different areas of validity (e.g., plant, storage location, or other organizational units) defined for the same material or master data, and the system cannot reconcile these differences.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or related modules that are not aligned, leading to discrepancies in how data is maintained.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain areas of validity, which can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material in question. Ensure that the areas of validity are consistently maintained across all relevant views (e.g., basic data, purchasing, sales, etc.).
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD) to ensure that they are set up correctly and consistently. This may involve looking at the settings for plants, storage locations, and other organizational units.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the areas of validity. If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Testing in a Development Environment: If changes are made to the configuration or master data, it is advisable to test these changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP help documentation for detailed explanations of material master data and areas of validity.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP MM or related modules for further investigation.