How To Fix MM325 - Maintain differences under "Quantity/value updating" in hierarchy display

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Maintain differences under "Quantity/value updating" in hierarchy display

What causes this issue?

The radio button <LS>By valuation area</> indicates only whether
quantities or values are updated differently in one or more
<DS:GLOS.3526C0D5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>valuation areas</>.

System Response

The system has set the radio button back to its original setting.

How to fix this error?

If you want quantities or values to be updated differently in different
valuation areas, double-click <LS>Quantity/value updating</> in the
hierarchy display, and maintain the valuation areas as required. When
you return to the previous screen, the radio button is now set to
<LS>By valuation area</>. You can undo your changes by changing the
setting of the radio button to <LS>In all valuation areas</> or to
<LS>In no valuation area</> as required.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM325 - Maintain differences under "Quantity/value updating" in hierarchy display ?

  The SAP error message MM325, which states "Maintain differences under 'Quantity/value updating' in hierarchy display," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material valuation. This error is related to the configuration of the material master data, specifically in the area of quantity and value updating settings.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when there is a mismatch or an incomplete configuration in the material master settings, particularly in the following areas:
  
  
  Quantity/Value Updating Settings: The material master may not have the correct settings for how quantities and values are updated in the system. This can happen if the settings are not properly defined in the material type or if the material is not set up to allow for the required updates.
  
  
  Hierarchy Display Configuration: The error can also occur if the hierarchy display settings for the material are not correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies in how quantities and values are displayed or updated.
  
  
  Material Type Settings: The material type associated with the material may not be configured to allow for the necessary updates, or it may be set to a type that does not support certain operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM325 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the "Accounting" and "Plant Data/Storage" views.
  Ensure that the "Quantity/value updating" settings are correctly maintained. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for the necessary updates.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMS2 to check the configuration of the material type associated with the material.
  Ensure that the material type is set up to allow for quantity and value updates. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to make any necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Hierarchy Display Settings:
  
  If applicable, check the hierarchy display settings in the configuration (transaction code OMCQ) to ensure that they are correctly maintained for the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and inventory valuation for additional guidance on maintaining quantity/value updating settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the material master record to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that quantities and values are updating correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), OMS2 (Change Material Type), OMCQ (Maintain Hierarchy Display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the MM325 error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management for further assistance.