How To Fix 29079 - No configurable material exists for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 079

• Message text: No configurable material exists for material &1

What causes this issue?

You want to distribute a
<DS:GLOS.3526BF08AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>material variant</> via ALE.
However, there is no configurable material for this material variant in
the source system.

System Response

The system does not create an IDoc. The material variant is not
distributed.

How to fix this error?

There is a data inconsistency.
INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29079 - No configurable material exists for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message "29079 No configurable material exists for material &1" typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a configurable material for the specified material number (&1). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Configured: The material specified does not have any configuration settings defined in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration Profile: The material may not be assigned a configuration profile, which is necessary for variant configuration.
  Material Type: The material type of the specified material may not be set up for configuration.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for the material, such as missing or incomplete records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check if the material is set up as a configurable material. Ensure that the configuration profile is assigned correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number you are using. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Assign Configuration Profile:
  
  If the material is not configured, you may need to assign a configuration profile to it. This can be done in the material master under the "Sales: Sales Org. Data" or "Basic Data" views.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type allows for configuration. Some material types may not support variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Master Data Issues:
  
  Review the master data for the material to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on setting up configurable materials and variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CS01: Create BOM (Bill of Materials) for configurable materials
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Variant Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of variant configuration in SAP, including how to create and manage configurable materials.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in variant configuration.