How To Fix WN235 - Select a valuation article for merchandise category &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Select a valuation article for merchandise category &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN235 - Select a valuation article for merchandise category & ?

  The SAP error message WN235, which states "Select a valuation article for merchandise category &," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material valuation in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a valuation article to be assigned to a specific merchandise category, but it has not been defined or selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Article: The merchandise category you are trying to process does not have an associated valuation article defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the merchandise category may not be properly set up to link to a valuation article.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry process where the valuation article was not selected or was incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Valuation Article:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the section for defining valuation articles and ensure that a valuation article is assigned to the merchandise category in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Valuation Article:
  
  If a valuation article exists, ensure that it is correctly assigned to the merchandise category.
  You can do this by accessing the material master data (transaction code MM02) and checking the relevant views (like Accounting or Valuation).
  
  
  
  Check Merchandise Category Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the merchandise category to ensure that it is correctly configured to use valuation articles.
  This may involve checking the settings in the material management module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to define and assign valuation articles.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to select and assign valuation articles correctly during the material master creation or modification process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material management include MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WN235 error and ensure that the necessary valuation articles are properly assigned to the merchandise categories in your SAP system.