How To Fix MM314 - Split valuation is not allowed for "empties" materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Split valuation is not allowed for "empties" materials

What causes this issue?

You have specified a <DS:GLOS.valuation_category>valuation category</>
for the material. However, since the material is an
<DS:GLOS.empties>"empties" material</>, it cannot be managed in
separate stocks. As a result, you cannot enter a valuation category for
it.

System Response

Your entry is cancelled by the system.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM314 - Split valuation is not allowed for "empties" materials ?

  The SAP error message MM314 indicates that split valuation is not allowed for "empties" materials. This typically occurs in the context of materials that are classified as "empties" (such as returnable packaging or containers) and are managed in a way that does not support split valuation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Configuration: The material type for the "empties" may not be configured to allow split valuation. In SAP, certain material types have specific settings that determine whether split valuation is permitted.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not support split valuation. This can happen if the valuation class is not set up to handle multiple valuation types.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the "empties" may not have the necessary settings to allow for split valuation.
  Valuation Type: If the material is set up with a valuation type that does not support split valuation, this error will occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
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