How To Fix ADPIC008 - Material & is not a valid interchangeable material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ADPIC -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Material & is not a valid interchangeable material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ADPIC008 - Material & is not a valid interchangeable material ?

  The SAP error message ADPIC008 indicates that the material you are trying to use is not recognized as a valid interchangeable material in the system. This typically occurs in scenarios involving material substitution or when trying to use a material that is not set up correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Defined as Interchangeable: The material you are trying to use has not been defined as interchangeable in the material master data.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not support interchangeability.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for interchangeable materials may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the material is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the material is marked as interchangeable in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, or Sales).
  
  
  
  Define Interchangeable Materials:
  
  If the material is not defined as interchangeable, you can define it by going to the material master and adding the necessary information.
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and set the interchangeable material settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for interchangeable materials in the system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant logistics area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to interchangeable materials for specific configuration steps and requirements.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify material master data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to interchangeable materials.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on managing material master data and interchangeable materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ADPIC008 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.