How To Fix OM171 - No provision for value posting for movement type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 171

• Message text: No provision for value posting for movement type &

What causes this issue?

Only the updating of physical stock balances (quantities) has been
defined for movement type &V1& - not value postings in the accounting
system. For this reason, you cannot simulate any value postings to
accounts for movement type &V1&.

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?

Please choose a movement type for which value postings in the
accounting system have been defined (by direct entry or by pressing F6
or F7).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM171 - No provision for value posting for movement type & ?

  The SAP error message OM171 "No provision for value posting for movement type &" typically occurs when there is an attempt to post a goods movement that does not have a corresponding value posting defined in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to perform a goods receipt, goods issue, or transfer posting.
  Cause:
  
  Movement Type Configuration: The movement type being used does not have the necessary configuration for value posting. This can happen if the movement type is set up incorrectly or if it is a custom movement type that has not been fully configured.
  Account Determination: The account determination settings for the movement type may not be properly defined, leading to the system not knowing which accounts to post the values to.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be set up to allow for value postings, or it may be in a status that prevents postings.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be linked to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Movement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the movement type configuration in SPRO (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Inventory Management > Movement Types > Define Movement Types.
  Ensure that the movement type in question is configured for value posting.
  
  
  
  Review Account Determination:
  
  Check the account determination settings for the movement type.
  Go to Logistics > Materials Management > Valuation > Account Determination > Configure Automatic Postings.
  Ensure that the correct accounts are assigned for the movement type.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Settings:
  
  Check the material master record (Transaction code: MM03) for the material in question.
  Ensure that the valuation type and other relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Valuation Class:
  
  Ensure that the valuation class assigned to the material is linked to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
  This can be checked in the material master under the accounting view.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting using the same movement type to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP are used to define the type of goods movement and how it should be processed in the system. Each movement type has specific settings that determine how inventory and financial postings are handled.
  Material Valuation: Understanding how materials are valued in SAP is crucial for ensuring that financial postings are accurate. This includes knowing about standard price, moving average price, and other valuation methods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the movement type or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or refer to SAP support for further assistance.