How To Fix O9444 - Shipment &1 &2 valuation type of batch &3 does not match with &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 444

• Message text: Shipment &1 &2 valuation type of batch &3 does not match with &4

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine corresponding valuation type due to the lack
of
a table entry during configuration.

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 screen entries and/or the identified table entries.
If you have the necessary authorization you may select from the tables
below, otherwise contact your system administrator.
Table OIH72 - Activation of ED defaulting based on process
Table OIH74 - ED default Parameters table - Transfer & Purchase
Table OIH75 - Delivered Sales ED defaulting
Table OIH76 - ED default Parameters table - Standalone Movements

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9444 - Shipment &1 &2 valuation type of batch &3 does not match with &4 ?

  The SAP error message O9444 indicates a mismatch in the valuation type of a batch during a shipment process. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a shipment that involves batches with different valuation types, which can lead to inconsistencies in inventory valuation.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Batch Valuation Type Mismatch: The batch being processed has a different valuation type than what is expected for the shipment. This can happen if the batch was created or modified with a different valuation type than what is defined in the material master or shipment document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or batch management that are not aligned, leading to discrepancies in how batches are valued.
  Incorrect Batch Assignment: The batch assigned to the shipment may not be appropriate for the material or the shipment type being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the O9444 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Valuation Type:
  
  Go to the batch management screen and check the valuation type of the batch in question. You can do this by navigating to the batch details in the material master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Ensure that the valuation type of the batch matches the expected valuation type for the shipment.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings:
  
  Check the material master record for the material involved in the shipment (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Ensure that the valuation type settings are consistent and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Shipment Document:
  
  If the shipment document is referencing an incorrect batch, you may need to adjust the shipment to reference a batch with the correct valuation type.
  You can do this by editing the shipment document (Transaction Code: VT02N) and selecting the appropriate batch.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to batch management and valuation types.
  Ensure that the configuration aligns with your business processes and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or updates that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP, including how batches are created, managed, and assigned to materials.
  Valuation Types: Familiarize yourself with the concept of valuation types in SAP, which are used to differentiate between different types of inventory valuation (e.g., standard price, moving average).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to shipment and batch management include:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  VT01N: Create Shipment
  VT02N: Change Shipment
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to resolve the O9444 error effectively.