How To Fix OM193 - CoCode reference must correspond to valuation area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 193

• Message text: CoCode reference must correspond to valuation area &

What causes this issue?

As material is valuated at company code level, valuation area &V1& must
bear a relation to company code &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 call up the SAP customizing transaction for the
<DS:TRAN.OX18>allocation of plants to a company code</>. When the data
is imported, the inconsistency in question will be recognized as such
and adjusted. You then only have to update the changed data in the
database by pressing F11=Save.


Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM193 - CoCode reference must correspond to valuation area & ?

  The SAP error message OM193 ("CoCode reference must correspond to valuation area &") typically occurs in the context of configuring or processing materials in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with valuation areas and company codes. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the company code (CoCode) and the valuation area defined for a material.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The valuation area for a material may not be correctly aligned with the company code. In SAP, the valuation area can be set at the plant level or company code level, and if there is a discrepancy, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may have been incorrectly set up, leading to a mismatch between the valuation area and the company code.
  Missing or Incorrect Valuation Area Assignment: The valuation area may not be assigned to the company code in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the valuation data for the material in question.
  Ensure that the valuation area is correctly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Valuation Area and ensure that the valuation area is correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Area:
  
  If the valuation area is set at the plant level, ensure that the plant is assigned to the correct company code.
  If necessary, adjust the valuation area in the material master to match the company code.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is properly configured in the system and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on material valuation and company code settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Valuation Areas: In SAP, valuation areas can be defined at the plant level or company code level, and they determine how materials are valued in financial accounting.
  Material Types: Different material types may have different valuation settings, so ensure that the material type is also configured correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.