How To Fix OM031 - Valuation type & was not defined for valuation category & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Valuation type & was not defined for valuation category & &

What causes this issue?

You can allocate certain valuation types to certain valuation
categories by selecting --> Global categories --> Allocations -->
Alloc.types->cat.. On local level, only valuation types that have been
allocated this way can be defined as defaults for a valuation category.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM031 - Valuation type & was not defined for valuation category & & ?

  The SAP error message OM031 indicates that a valuation type has not been defined for a specific valuation category in the system. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and inventory valuation, particularly when dealing with the configuration of material types and their associated valuation settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A material is being processed (e.g., during goods movement, inventory valuation, or material master creation) and the system cannot find a corresponding valuation type for the specified valuation category.
  The valuation type is not defined in the configuration settings for the material type in question.
  There may be a mismatch between the material master data and the configuration settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OM031 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Valuation Category:
  
  Identify the valuation category that is causing the issue. This can be found in the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  
  
  
  Define Valuation Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Valuation and Account Assignment > Define Valuation Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the valuation type for the specified valuation category is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Assign Valuation Type to Material Type:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if the valuation type is assigned to the relevant material type.
  If necessary, assign the valuation type to the material type.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the valuation category and valuation type are correctly set.
  You can use transaction code MM02 to make any necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process that previously generated the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Category: This defines how the material is valued in the system (e.g., standard price, moving average price).
  Valuation Type: This is used to differentiate between different stock types of the same material (e.g., unrestricted stock, quality inspection stock).
  Material Types: Different types of materials (e.g., raw materials, finished goods) have different valuation settings and requirements.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  It may be helpful to consult with your SAP functional consultant or a colleague with experience in material management if you are unsure about making changes.
  Document any changes made for future reference and to maintain a clear audit trail.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OM031 error and ensure that your material valuation settings are correctly configured.