How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API014 - Material &1 cannot be created when maintenace status equals 'C'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Material &1 cannot be created when maintenace status equals 'C'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API014 - Material &1 cannot be created when maintenace status equals 'C' ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API014 indicates that a material cannot be created because its maintenance status is set to 'C'. This status typically means that the material is marked as "not allowed for creation" or "not active" in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Maintenance Status 'C': The material's maintenance status is set to 'C', which restricts the creation of new materials. This status is often used to indicate that the material is obsolete or not currently in use.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the material master or the configuration of the material type may prevent the creation of materials with this status.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create materials, especially if the material type is restricted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Maintenance Status: If the material is still relevant, you may need to change its maintenance status from 'C' to a status that allows creation (like 'A' for active). This can typically be done