How To Fix MM208 - The valuation category & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 208

• Message text: The valuation category & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM208 - The valuation category & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM208 ("The valuation category & does not exist") typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when there is an issue related to the valuation category of a material. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified valuation category in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Category: The valuation category specified in the material master record does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The valuation category may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the valuation category field when creating or updating the material master.
  Material Type Issues: The material type associated with the material may not be correctly set up to use the specified valuation category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation Category:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMN1 (or OMN2 for display) to check the existing valuation categories in your system.
  Ensure that the valuation category you are trying to use is listed there.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Valuation Category:
  
  If the valuation category does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the Materials Management module.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master record and check the valuation category field for any errors.
  If necessary, use MM02 to change the material master record and correct the valuation category.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the material type associated with the material is configured to allow the use of the specified valuation category. This can be checked in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Logistics - General -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Material Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the valuation categories, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or MM consultant for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMN1: Define Valuation Categories
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Valuation Categories: Valuation categories are used in SAP to determine how materials are valued in the system. Common valuation categories include "Stock" and "Non-Stock".
  
  
  Material Types: Different material types can have different valuation categories associated with them, and this can affect how materials are managed in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM208 error and ensure that your material master records are correctly configured.