How To Fix BMG265 - Numeric material numbers already exist in system

BMG265 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BMG - Messages for Conversion Exit MATN1

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Numeric material numbers already exist in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BMG265 - Numeric material numbers already exist in system ?

  The SAP error message BMG265, which states "Numeric material numbers already exist in system," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new material master record with a numeric material number that already exists in the system. This can happen in environments where material numbers are defined to be numeric and the system is set to prevent duplicate entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Material Number: The primary cause of this error is that the material number you are trying to create is already in use by another material in the system.
  Number Range Overlap: If the number range for material numbers is not properly configured, it may lead to conflicts where the same numeric material number is attempted to be used for different materials.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can arise from a simple data entry mistake where the user inadvertently tries to create a material with a number that already exists.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Material