How To Fix CL505 - Mafid "&" is different to valid Mafid "&"

CL505 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Mafid "&" is different to valid Mafid "&"

What causes this issue?

The mafid of the first allocation record is compared with the mafid of
other allocation records. If the mafids are different, the record is
ignored.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL505 - Mafid "&" is different to valid Mafid "&" ?

  The SAP error message CL505 indicates that there is a mismatch between the Material Assignment Identifier (Mafid) being used in a transaction and the valid Mafid that the system recognizes. This error typically occurs in the context of material management or logistics processes where specific identifiers are required for materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Mafid Input: The Mafid entered in the transaction does not match any of the valid Mafids in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as changes made to the Mafid that have not been updated in all relevant areas.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the Mafid being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified Mafid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Mafid: Check the Mafid entered in the transaction against the valid Mafids in the system. Ensure that there are no typographical errors.
  Check Master Data: Review