How To Fix CC878 - Material number is not permitted

CC878 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 878

• Message text: Material number is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You tried to enter a material number that has more than 18 characters
and for which no material exists.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

This is not permitted.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC878 - Material number is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CC878 ("Material number is not permitted") typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when a user attempts to perform an action involving a material that is not allowed in the current context. This could be due to various reasons, such as the material being inactive, not being defined in the relevant plant, or not being allowed for a specific transaction.
  Causes of Error CC878
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., "Blocked" or "Inactive").
  Plant Assignment: The material might not be assigned to the plant where the transaction is being executed.
  Material Type: The material type may not be permitted for the specific transaction or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the material.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain materials.
  
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