How To Fix OBW220 - Material type & has too many valuation classes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OBW - Messages for MM Customizing Wizards

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Material type & has too many valuation classes

What causes this issue?

This material type has too many valuation classes. The wizard cannot
handle this.

System Response

You can continue. If you try to change the valuation classes, the
wizard will then reduce the number of valuation classes to its limit of
200. If you continue without changing the valuation classes, then the
wizard will handle all the valuation classes without any problems.

How to fix this error?

If you need to change the valuation classes, then go to the regular IMG
transaction first, maintain the valuation classes there, and then
return to the wizard. Then proceed at this point without changing the
valuation classes.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OBW220 - Material type & has too many valuation classes ?

  The SAP error message OBW220 indicates that a material type has too many valuation classes assigned to it. This typically occurs in the context of configuring material valuation in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the integration of materials and their respective accounting practices.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the number of valuation classes assigned to a specific material type exceeds the limit set by the system. Each material type can be associated with multiple valuation classes, which are used to determine how materials are valued in financial accounting. If the configuration allows for more valuation classes than the system permits, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve the OBW220 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Valuation Classes: Check the valuation classes assigned to the material type in question. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in SAP:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Valuation > Define Valuation Classes.
  Review the valuation classes assigned to the material type.
  
  
  
  Limit Valuation Classes: If the number of valuation classes exceeds the allowed limit, you will need to reduce the number of valuation classes assigned to that material type. This may involve:
  
  Removing unnecessary valuation classes.
  Consolidating valuation classes if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for the material type and valuation classes are correctly set up. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to SAP documentation for guidance on the maximum number of valuation classes allowed for a material type.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify a material of that type to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the limits or how to adjust the configuration, refer to SAP Help documentation or consult with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Material types in SAP define the attributes of materials, including how they are managed in inventory and accounting.
  Valuation Classes: Valuation classes are used to categorize materials for valuation purposes in financial accounting. They determine how the material's value is posted to the general ledger.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OBW220 error and ensure that your material type is configured correctly within the SAP system.