How To Fix /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT816 - Material &1 created and saved with mandatory views

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT -

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Material &1 created and saved with mandatory views

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT816 - Material &1 created and saved with mandatory views ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT816 indicates that a material (denoted as &1) has been created and saved without the mandatory views being maintained. This typically occurs in the context of material master data management, particularly when using the Material Master (MM) module in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A material is created without filling in all the required views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, Accounting, etc.) that are mandatory for the material type being used.
  The system settings or configuration for the material type may require certain views to be maintained before the material can be considered complete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Required Views: Determine which views are mandatory for the material type you are working with. This can usually be found in the configuration settings or documentation for your specific SAP implementation.
  
  
  Edit the Material Master:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number that generated the error.
  Select the required views that need to be maintained.
  Fill in the necessary data for those views.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure about which views are mandatory, you may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the customizing settings in the SPRO transaction under Material Management.
  
  
  Validation: After making the necessary changes, validate that the material is now correctly set up by checking if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: The material master in SAP consists of various views that contain specific data related to the material. Each view serves a different purpose, such as purchasing, sales, accounting, etc.
  Material Types: Different material types (e.g., finished goods, raw materials, trading goods) have different requirements for mandatory views.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or edit material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.