How To Fix /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT033 - Valuation class assigned to the charge type &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Valuation class assigned to the charge type &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT033 - Valuation class assigned to the charge type &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT033 Valuation class assigned to the charge type &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of charge types and their associated valuation classes. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the charge type is not valid or does not exist in the system. This can happen if the valuation class has been deleted or if there is a mismatch in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The charge type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies between the charge type and its valuation class.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data associated with the charge type may not be correctly set up, particularly in terms of valuation class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Charge Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for charge types in SAP TM.
  Verify that the charge type in question is correctly configured and that it has a valid valuation class assigned.
  
  
  
  Validate Valuation Class:
  
  Check the valuation class assigned to the charge type. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., SPRO) and looking for the charge type settings.
  Ensure that the valuation class exists in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  If the charge type is linked to a specific material, check the material master data to ensure that the valuation class is correctly assigned.
  You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to view the material master and check the accounting view.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you find that the valuation class is incorrect or missing, you may need to adjust the configuration or create a new valuation class that meets the requirements of the charge type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to charge types and valuation classes for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), MM03 (to view material master), and SE11 (to check table entries) for troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT033.