How To Fix CC878 - Material number is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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

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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.
  
  Solutions to Error CC878
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the status of the material. Ensure it is not blocked or inactive.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the relevant plant. You can check this in the material master under the plant-specific data.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Confirm that the material type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform. Some material types may have restrictions on their usage.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the material. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check if there are any specific restrictions set up for the material in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., material management, production planning).
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM01 (Create Material).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and error handling for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.