How To Fix 29016 - Material/usage ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Material/usage ignored

What causes this issue?

You want to edit the BOM group for a material BOM. Within the selected
plant, the BOM group is identified either by the name of the BOM group
or by a material number and the BOM usage.

System Response

If you enter the name of the BOM group, the system finds the BOM group
using this name. If you enter a material and usage, the system does not
check them.

How to fix this error?

Confirm by pressing ENTER.
The system deletes your entries in the fields <PF>Material</> and
<PF>Usage</>.
If the BOM group you entered is not correct, you can enter a material
and usage to identify the BOM group instead.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29016 - Material/usage ignored ?

  The SAP error message "29016 Material/usage ignored" typically occurs in the context of material master data and is related to the configuration of material types and their usage in specific scenarios, such as production planning or inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the system has encountered a material that is not valid for the specified usage. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Material Type Configuration: The material type may not be configured to be used in the specific context (e.g., production, sales, etc.).
  Usage Settings: The material may have specific usage settings that restrict its use in certain processes.
  Missing Data: Required data for the material may be missing or incomplete, leading the system to ignore the material for the intended operation.
  Status of the Material: The material may be flagged as inactive or blocked, preventing its use in transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the "29016 Material/usage ignored" error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the material type in transaction code OMSN or SPRO.
  Ensure that the material type is correctly set up for the intended usage.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, MRP) to ensure all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Verify if the material is marked as inactive or blocked. You can check this in the material master data.
  If it is blocked, you may need to change its status to active.
  
  
  
  Usage Settings:
  
  Review the usage settings for the material. Ensure that the material is allowed for the intended usage in the relevant configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  SPRO - Access to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.