How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API199 - The component &1 has material status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EAM_TL_API - Message class for eam task list API

• Message number: 199

• Message text: The component &1 has material status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API199 - The component &1 has material status &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API199 indicates that a component (identified by &1) has a material status (identified by &2) that prevents certain operations from being performed. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance or logistics processes where the material status restricts the use of the component in transactions such as maintenance orders, reservations, or inventory movements.
  Cause:
  The material status of a component can be set to restrict its usage in various ways. Common causes for this error include:
  
  The material is marked as "Blocked" or "Restricted" due to quality issues, stock discrepancies, or other reasons.
  The material status is set to prevent it from being used in production or maintenance activities.
  The component may be in a status that is not compatible with the operation being attempted (e.g., it cannot be issued for a maintenance order).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status: 
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data for the component. Check the "Status" tab to see the current material status.
  
  
  
  Change Material Status:
  
  If the material status is inappropriate for the intended operation, you may need to change it. This can be done using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master data.
  Ensure that the new status allows the component to be used in the desired transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Quality Management:
  
  If the material is blocked due to quality issues, you may need to perform quality inspections or release the material from the blocked status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure about changing the material status, consult with your quality assurance or inventory management team to understand the implications of the status change.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or open transactions that might be causing the material to remain in a restricted status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the different material status codes and their meanings in your organization. This can help you understand why a particular status is set.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change material statuses in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling material statuses and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.