How To Fix /SAPNEA/J_SC877 - OBEW postings are not allowed in Material Ledger active valuation area &

/SAPNEA/J_SC877 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPNEA/J_SC -

• Message number: 877

• Message text: OBEW postings are not allowed in Material Ledger active valuation area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPNEA/J_SC877 - OBEW postings are not allowed in Material Ledger active valuation area & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPNEA/J_SC877 indicates that there is an issue with posting to the Material Ledger in a specific valuation area. This error typically arises when you attempt to post an OBEW (opening balance) in a valuation area where the Material Ledger is active, but the system does not allow such postings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Ledger Activation: The Material Ledger is activated for the valuation area, which means that all inventory postings must adhere to the rules and processes defined for the Material Ledger.
  Posting Type: The error specifically relates to OBEW postings, which are typically used for opening balances. If the Material Ledger is active, the system does not permit direct postings to the OBEW account.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Material Ledger or the valuation area that restrict OBEW postings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Ledger Settings: Verify the configuration of the Material Ledger for the valuation area in question. Ensure that