How To Fix 8I464 - Material type of & does not match with the master

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Material type of & does not match with the master

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I464 - Material type of & does not match with the master ?

  The SAP error message 8I464 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material type of a material being processed and the material type defined in the material master record. This typically occurs during transactions that involve material management, such as creating or changing a material, or during inventory management processes.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Mismatch: The material type specified in the transaction does not match the material type defined in the material master record.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material type may have been incorrectly configured in the system, or the material master record may have been changed after the material was created.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the material type entered during the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Verify the material type assigned to the material in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Data:
  
  Ensure that the material type being used in the transaction matches the material type in the material master.
  If you are creating or changing a material, ensure that you are using the correct material type.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the material type is incorrect in the material master, you may need to change it using transaction code MM02 (Change Material). Note that changing the material type can have significant implications, so it should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure that the material types are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Material types in SAP define the properties of materials, such as whether they are raw materials, finished goods, or trading goods. Each material type has specific attributes and controls how the material behaves in various processes.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or change material master records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 8I464 in SAP.