Message type: E = Error
Message class: 29 - Bills of Material
Message number: 112
Message text: Material is a required entry for item category &
You want to enter or change an item in the current BOM with item
category &V1&, but you haven't entered a component.
Item category &V1& requires that a material must be entered.
Check your entries.
Enter a material or choose a different item category.
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29112
- Material is a required entry for item category & ?The SAP error message 29112, which states "Material is a required entry for item category &," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, purchase order processing, or other document types where item categories are involved. This error indicates that the system requires a material number to be entered for the specified item category, but it has not been provided.
Cause: Missing Material Number: The most common cause is that the material number has not been entered for the item in question. Incorrect Item Category: The item category being used may require a material number, but the configuration or the document type may not be set up correctly.
Configuration Issues: The item category settings in the configuration may not align with the expected behavior, leading to the requirement for a material number not being met. Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on item categories that require a material number.
Solution: Enter Material Number:
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