How To Fix /BEV1/EMC278 - Item &: Not processed due to material type &

/BEV1/EMC278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV1/EMC -

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Item &: Not processed due to material type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV1/EMC278 - Item &: Not processed due to material type & ?

  The SAP error message /BEV1/EMC278 Item &: Not processed due to material type & typically indicates that a specific item in a transaction cannot be processed because of its material type. This error is often encountered in the context of logistics, inventory management, or sales and distribution processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type assigned to the item may not be allowed for the specific transaction you are trying to perform. For example, certain material types may be restricted from being sold, transferred, or included in certain processes.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the processing of that material type for the specific transaction.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data for the item may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, leading to restrictions on its processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type of the item causing the error. You can do this by checking the material master