How To Fix OM160 - First valuation type material & & &

OM160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 160

• Message text: First valuation type material & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM160 - First valuation type material & & & ?

  The SAP error message OM160 typically relates to issues with valuation types in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with materials that have multiple valuation types. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or when performing transactions that involve valuation types.
  Cause of Error OM160
  The error message OM160 ("First valuation type material & & &") usually indicates that there is a problem with the valuation type of the material being processed. Common causes include:
  
  Missing Valuation Type: The valuation type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system for the material.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the material's valuation types may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in valuation types.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being performed may not be compatible with the valuation type of the