How To Fix CFG_ERP004 - Configuration profile &2 for material &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFG_ERP -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Configuration profile &2 for material &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFG_ERP004 - Configuration profile &2 for material &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message CFG_ERP004 indicates that the configuration profile for a specific material is not found in the system. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration, where materials are configured based on specific characteristics and options.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Profile: The configuration profile for the specified material does not exist in the system. This could be due to the profile not being created or being deleted.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or may not be assigned to a configuration profile.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing links between the material and its configuration profile.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Go to transaction CU50 (Configuration Profile) and check if the configuration profile for the specified material exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or assign an existing profile to the material.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are using is correct. You can check this in transaction MM03 (Display Material) to confirm the material's details.
  
  
  
  Assign Configuration Profile:
  
  If the configuration profile is missing, you can create a new one or assign an existing one to the material using transaction CU41 (Assign Configuration Profile).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration profiles. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to ensure that all necessary links and data are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up configuration profiles and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  CU41: Assign Configuration Profile
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to configuration profiles and variant configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFG_ERP004 error and ensure that the configuration profile for the material is correctly set up in your SAP system.