How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB078 - Supplier material &1 (spec. type &2) was assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CBESCOM_INB - Message Class for ESComXML Inbound Processing

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Supplier material &1 (spec. type &2) was assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB078 - Supplier material &1 (spec. type &2) was assigned ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB078 indicates that a supplier material has been assigned, but there may be issues related to the specific type of material or its configuration. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Material Assignment Issues: The error may occur if there is a mismatch or conflict in the assignment of supplier materials to the corresponding material master records.
  Specification Type Issues: The specification type indicated in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not match the expected values in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the supplier material, such as missing or incorrect information in the material master or vendor master records.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the supplier material assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the supplier material and ensure that it is correctly configured. Check for any missing fields or incorrect values.
  Review Supplier Assignments: Look into the supplier assignments and ensure that the supplier material is correctly linked to the appropriate material master record.
  Validate Specification Types: Ensure that the specification type mentioned in the error message is valid and correctly set up in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to verify this.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the material and supplier data. This may involve using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or ME13 (Display Purchasing Info Record).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to supplier material assignments. If not, contact your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and its context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record) to manage material and supplier data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.