How To Fix /PLMB/BA_CCK061 - It is not possible to define usage rating without at least one val. area

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_CCK -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: It is not possible to define usage rating without at least one val. area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_CCK061 - It is not possible to define usage rating without at least one val. area ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_CCK061 indicates that there is an issue with defining a usage rating in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module. Specifically, the error states that it is not possible to define a usage rating without at least one valuation area.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a usage rating for a material or product, but the system does not have any valuation areas defined for that material. Valuation areas are essential in SAP as they determine how the valuation of materials is handled in different organizational units (like plants or company codes).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that at least one valuation area is defined for the material or product in question. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the views related to valuation (like Accounting or Costing).
  Ensure that at least one valuation area is assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Define Valuation Areas:
  
  If no valuation areas are defined, you can create them by going to the configuration settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Valuation Areas.
  Here, you can define the necessary valuation areas for your materials.
  
  
  
  Assign Valuation Area to Material:
  
  After defining the valuation area, go back to the Material Master and assign the newly created valuation area to the material.
  
  
  
  Check Usage Rating Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the usage rating configuration is correctly set up in the system. This can be done in the PLM settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the usage rating again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Valuation Area: In SAP, a valuation area can be a plant or a company code, and it is used to manage the valuation of materials.
  Usage Rating: This is a method used in SAP to evaluate the usage of materials or products based on certain criteria.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.