How To Fix CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES141 - Variant &1 has multiple materials marked as primary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES - Messages in CDESK Services

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Variant &1 has multiple materials marked as primary

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The first Variant material combination will pass .

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES141 - Variant &1 has multiple materials marked as primary ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES141 indicates that there is a variant (identified by &1) that has multiple materials marked as primary. This situation typically arises in the context of variant configuration, where a variant is expected to have a single primary material associated with it, but the system has detected more than one.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Primary Materials: The primary cause of this error is that the variant configuration has been set up incorrectly, with more than one material being designated as primary for the same variant.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to multiple materials being flagged as primary.
  Configuration Errors: Errors during the configuration process or data migration can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Variant: Use the variant identifier provided in the error message (the &1 placeholder) to locate the specific variant in the system.
  
  
  Check Material Assignments:
  
  Go to the variant configuration settings in SAP.
  Check the materials assigned to the variant and identify which materials are marked as primary.
  
  
  
  Correct the Configuration:
  
  Ensure that only one material is marked as primary for the variant. You may need to change the settings for the materials to ensure that only one is designated as primary.
  If necessary, consult with your configuration team or refer to the documentation to understand the correct setup.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the variant configuration to ensure that there are no other discrepancies in the data.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the variant to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Documentation: Document the changes made for future reference and to prevent similar issues from arising.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU50 (for variant configuration) or CS03 (to display material) to investigate and modify the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the variant configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.