How To Fix MM165 - Not possible to maintain accounting data here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Not possible to maintain accounting data here

What causes this issue?

You wanted to maintain accounting data. However, this requires:

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

You to specify a plant or company code (depending on whether valuation
at your company is at plant level or company code level)
The view to contain the appropriate
<DS:GLOS.maintenance_status>maintenance status</> for accounting data

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the views selected.
If necessary, ask your system administrator to check whether the view
contains the maintenance status you require.
Information for system administrators
In the IMG activity <LS>Configure customized material master</>, you
can see what maintenance statuses a view contains by choosing
<LS>Maintain screen sequences, logical screens, subscreens</>.
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMT3>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM165 - Not possible to maintain accounting data here ?

  The SAP error message MM165 ("Not possible to maintain accounting data here") typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when there is an attempt to maintain accounting data for a material in a context where it is not allowed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to change material master data or when performing certain transactions.
  Causes of MM165 Error
  
  
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions on maintaining accounting data. For example, materials that are marked as "non-stock" or "service" materials may not allow changes to accounting data.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change accounting data for the material.
  
  
  Status of the Material: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being blocked or marked for deletion.
  
  
  Transaction Context: The transaction being performed may not be the correct one for maintaining accounting data. For example, trying to change accounting data in a transaction that is not designed for that purpose.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent changes to accounting data for certain materials or in certain scenarios.
  
  
  Solutions to MM165 Error
  
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type of the material you are trying to maintain. Ensure that it is a type that allows for accounting data maintenance.
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain accounting data. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or marked for deletion. You can check the material status in the material master record.
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction for maintaining accounting data. For example, use transaction MM02 for changing material master data.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to material types and accounting data maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material master data include:
  
  MM01 - Create Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MM03 - Display Material
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: The material master has various views, including Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, and Accounting. Ensure you are in the correct view when trying to make changes.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MM165 error and implement a solution to resolve it.