Message type: E = Error
Message class: MPN04 - MPN Message: Goods Issue
Message number: 003
Message text: Enter a valuation type in the BATCH field
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The SAP error message MPN04003, which states "Enter a valuation type in the BATCH field," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and batch management in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a valuation type to be specified for a batch of materials, but it has not been provided.
Cause: Missing Valuation Type: The valuation type is not specified in the batch management settings for the material. This is often required when dealing with materials that are managed in batches and have different valuation types (e.g., different quality levels, production batches, etc.). Batch Management Configuration: The material may be set up for batch management, but the valuation type is not defined in the batch master data. Transaction Context: The error may occur during specific transactions, such as goods movements, where the system expects a valuation type to be entered.
Solution: Check Material Master Data: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03). Check the
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