How To Fix R1790 - Differentiation Criterion &1 &2 is Not in Work Area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 790

• Message text: Differentiation Criterion &1 &2 is Not in Work Area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1790 - Differentiation Criterion &1 &2 is Not in Work Area ?

  The SAP error message R1790, which states "Differentiation Criterion &1 &2 is Not in Work Area," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration for product costing or material valuation. This error indicates that the differentiation criterion specified (e.g., a characteristic or attribute) is not available or not defined in the relevant work area for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The differentiation criterion you are trying to use may not be configured in the system for the specific work area or context.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the differentiation criterion fields.
  Work Area Not Defined: The work area you are trying to use may not be set up correctly or may not include the differentiation criteria you are trying to access.
  Version Issues: If you are working with different versions of SAP or have recently upgraded, some configurations may not have been migrated