How To Fix CFG_ERP202 - Mat. &1 has profile &2, process type sales order and man. changes allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFG_ERP -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Mat. &1 has profile &2, process type sales order and man. changes allowed

What causes this issue?

The material cannot be set to be configurable with the IPC. This is due
to the process type <ZK>Sales Order (SET)</> and the option to allow
manual changes which are set as configuration parameters for the
configuration initial screen of the material.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFG_ERP202 - Mat. &1 has profile &2, process type sales order and man. changes allowed ?

  The SAP error message CFG_ERP202 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of a material in the context of sales order processing. The message suggests that the material (denoted by &1) has a specific profile (denoted by &2) that is not compatible with the process type for sales orders, particularly regarding manual changes.
  Cause:
  
  Material Profile Configuration: The material may have a profile that restricts certain operations or changes when it comes to sales orders. This could be due to settings in the material master or configuration settings in the sales order process.
  Process Type Settings: The process type for sales orders may not be set up to allow manual changes for the specific material profile.
  Incompatibility: There may be an incompatibility between the material's configuration and the sales order process type being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the configuration settings for the material in question. Look for the profile assigned to the material and review its settings.
  
  
  
  Review Profile Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the profile assigned to the material (profile &2). Ensure that it allows for manual changes in the context of sales orders. You may need to adjust the profile settings if they are too restrictive.
  
  
  
  Process Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the sales order process type being used. This can be done in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the process type allows for manual changes for the material profile in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the material profile and process type settings. This can provide insights into what changes may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the sales order process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material and sales order settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in sales and distribution (SD) or material management (MM) for further assistance.