How To Fix C$228 - You cannot enter a generic and a plant-specific material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 228

• Message text: You cannot enter a generic and a plant-specific material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$228 - You cannot enter a generic and a plant-specific material ?

  The SAP error message C$228, which states "You cannot enter a generic and a plant-specific material," typically occurs in the context of material master data management. This error arises when there is an attempt to create or modify a material record that involves both generic (or reference) materials and plant-specific materials in a way that is not allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Conflict: The error usually occurs when a user tries to create or change a material that is defined as a generic material (which can be used across multiple plants) while also trying to assign it to a specific plant (which requires a plant-specific material).
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may have inconsistencies, such as trying to assign a generic material number to a plant-specific view or vice versa.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material type or in the plant settings that do not allow for the combination of generic and plant-specific materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Ensure that you are using the correct material type for the operation you are trying to perform. If you are working with a generic material, do not attempt to assign it to a specific plant.
  Review Material Master Data: Go to the material master record and check the views assigned to the material. Make sure that you are not mixing generic and plant-specific materials.
  Create Separate Records: If you need both a generic and a plant-specific material, create separate material master records for each type. One should be defined as a generic material, and the other as a plant-specific material.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material master data management to understand the rules and configurations that apply to your specific scenario.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the material records as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the material master (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, Plant Data) and how they relate to generic and plant-specific materials.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling material master data.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about the process, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or taking training on material management in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C$228 error and manage your material master data effectively.