How To Fix OM194 - Valuation grouping code was not defined for valuation area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Valuation grouping code was not defined for valuation area &

What causes this issue?

No valuation grouping code has been defined for valuation area &V1&.
A valuation grouping code is a supradefinition of the valuation area.
It is intended to facilitate the management of standard accounts for
automatic postings within the framework of inventory management and
invoice verification by minimizing the number of entries.
Valuation areas that are to be treated the same way in terms of account
assignment are to be defined with the same valuation grouping code.
Valuation grouping codes either represent a fine differentiation within
a chart of accounts or correspond to one chart of accounts (i.e. 1:1).
Therefore, only those valuation areas that relate (via the company
code) to the same chart of accounts should be grouped together under
the same valuation grouping code.

System Response

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

WHAT_TO_DO&
Please define a <DS:TRANS.OMWD>valuation grouping code</> for valuation
area &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM194 - Valuation grouping code was not defined for valuation area & ?

  The SAP error message OM194 indicates that a valuation grouping code has not been defined for a specific valuation area. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management and material valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that require valuation based on specific criteria.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A valuation area (which can be a plant or a company code) is trying to perform a valuation operation (like posting a goods movement or creating a material master) but does not have a corresponding valuation grouping code defined.
  The system is unable to find the necessary configuration to determine how to group the valuation for the materials in that area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OM194 error, you need to define the valuation grouping code for the relevant valuation area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Materials Management -> Valuation and Account Assignment -> Valuation -> Define Valuation Grouping Code
  
  
  
  
  Define Valuation Grouping Code:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see options to define valuation grouping codes.
  Create a new entry or modify an existing one to include the valuation area that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the valuation grouping code is correctly assigned to the relevant valuation area.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  After defining the valuation grouping code, check the material master data for the materials involved. Ensure that they are assigned to the correct valuation area and that the valuation grouping code is correctly referenced.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the operation that previously resulted in the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Area: This is typically a plant or company code in SAP where materials are valued. Each valuation area can have its own valuation methods and grouping codes.
  Valuation Grouping Code: This code is used to group materials for valuation purposes, allowing for more flexible and detailed financial reporting and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OMWB (for defining valuation grouping codes) or MM02 (to change material master data) to navigate directly to the relevant screens.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.