How To Fix APPL_MM_IV_MODEL053 - Item already exists, incomplete item &1/&2 &3 was deselected.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_IV_MODEL -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Item already exists, incomplete item &1/&2 &3 was deselected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_IV_MODEL053 - Item already exists, incomplete item &1/&2 &3 was deselected. ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_IV_MODEL053 indicates that there is an issue with an item in the inventory management module. Specifically, it suggests that an item already exists in the system but is marked as incomplete, leading to it being deselected in the process you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The item you are trying to process already exists in the system, but it may not have all the required data filled out.
  Incomplete Data: The item may be missing mandatory fields or information that is required for processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or inventory management settings that are causing the item to be flagged as incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Details: Go to the material master record for the item in question and verify that all required fields are filled out correctly. You can do this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Complete Missing Information: If you find any missing or incomplete information, update the material master record using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to ensure that all necessary data is provided.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to inventory management and material master data to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the item in the system. If duplicates exist, you may need to resolve them by merging or deleting unnecessary entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the APPL_MM_IV_MODEL053 error message.