How To Fix /ACCGO/CMN052 - Material type is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMN -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Material type is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMN052 - Material type is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMN052 Material type is not valid typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a material in SAP that has an invalid or unrecognized material type. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may have been deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: The material type may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified material type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or error in the material type field during data entry.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMSN or SPRO to check the configuration of material types.
  Ensure that the material type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Type in Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to check if the material type is available in the system.
  If the material type is not available, you may need to create it or select a different one.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials of the specified type.
  You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input data for any typos or incorrect entries in the material type field.
  Ensure that you are using the correct format and values as expected by the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate further. They may need to check system logs or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Material types in SAP define the attributes and behavior of materials. Common material types include ROH (Raw Material), FERT (Finished Product), HALB (Semi-finished Product), etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03 (Display Material), and OMSN (Define Material Types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /ACCGO/CMN052 Material type is not valid error message in SAP.