How To Fix C2197 - Material & is configured in the sales order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Material & is configured in the sales order

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a production order with reference to a sales order,
using a template.
However, material &V1& is configured in the sales order. Creating a
production order using a template could produce inconsistent results,
as the configuration in the template and in the sales order may be
different.

How to fix this error?

Do not enter a template ('copy from' field) when you create a
production order.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2197 - Material & is configured in the sales order ?

  The SAP error message C2197 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a material in a sales order. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the material's configuration settings, sales order settings, or master data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material 
  Configuration Issues: The material may not be properly configured for sales order processing. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the material master data.
  Sales Order Settings: The sales order may have specific requirements or settings that are not compatible with the material's configuration.
  Missing Dependencies: If the material is a configurable product, there may be missing dependencies or characteristics that need to be defined.
  Status of the Material: The material might be in a status that does not allow it to be sold (e.g., blocked for sales).
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area (sales organization, distribution channel, division) may not be properly set up for the material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master