How To Fix MM377 - Inconsistent import parameters company code &1 valuation area &2 plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 377

• Message text: Inconsistent import parameters company code &1 valuation area &2 plant &3

What causes this issue?

The import parameters company code, valuation area, and plant are
inconsistent. Depending on the valuation level (transaction OX14),
one of the following applies:
Table T001W is inconsistent (transaction EC02)
Table T001K is inconsistent (transaction EC01)
The assignment of company code to plant (valuation area) does not
exist

System Response

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?

Check your entries, using the transactions above, or change your
input parameters.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM377 - Inconsistent import parameters company code &1 valuation area &2 plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message MM377 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the import parameters related to the company code, valuation area, and plant. This error typically occurs during the execution of a transaction or program that involves material management (MM) processes, such as inventory management or material valuation.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The company code, valuation area, and plant may not be correctly configured in the system. For example, the valuation area may not be assigned to the specified company code or plant.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as material master records, that do not align with the specified parameters.
  
  
  Missing Assignments: The valuation area may not be assigned to the company code in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Transaction Data: The transaction data being processed may reference a combination of company code, valuation area, and plant that does not exist or is not valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM377 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the valuation area is correctly assigned to the company code and plant.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and navigate to:
  
  Logistics > Materials Management > Valuation and Account Assignment > Define Valuation Area.
  
  
  Ensure that the valuation area is correctly linked to the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master records for the specific material involved in the transaction. Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master and verify that the valuation area and plant are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the material is valid for the specified valuation area and plant.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data that triggered the error. Ensure that the company code, valuation area, and plant are correctly specified and that they exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Assignments:
  
  If you are using multiple valuation areas, ensure that all necessary assignments are made in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support resources for further guidance on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MM377 error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant company code, valuation area, and plant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MM377 error in your SAP system.