How To Fix CMT071 - Material & is used as a controlled object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMT - CM: Message Class in CM Environment

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Material & is used as a controlled object

What causes this issue?

You want to archive a material. However, the material is a controlled
object of a <DS:GLOS.74A71755CAA7D31184060004ACA6E0D1>configuration
folder</> and therefore an essential part of a product structure
controlled by Configuration Management.

System Response

The system does not allow you to archive the material.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the material entry has to be contained in the
configuration folder concerned. If necessary, delete the entry and
carry out the archiving again.
If you do not have the relevant authorization for Configuration
Management, contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMT071 - Material & is used as a controlled object ?

  The SAP error message CMT071 indicates that a material is being used as a controlled object in a configuration or process where it cannot be modified or deleted. This typically occurs in scenarios involving change management, where the material is part of a controlled process, such as in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
  Cause:
  
  Controlled Object: The material is marked as a controlled object, meaning it is subject to specific change control processes.
  Active Change Document: There may be an active change document or change request associated with the material, preventing modifications.
  Dependencies: The material might be linked to other objects or processes that enforce control, such as production orders, purchase orders, or BOMs (Bill of Materials).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Change Documents: Review any active change documents or requests associated with the material. You may need to complete or reject these documents before making changes to the material.
  Release the Material: If the material is part of a change management process, ensure that it is released from the controlled status if appropriate. This may involve following the organization's change management procedures.
  Consult with Change Management Team: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the material's status, consult with your change management or engineering team to understand the impact and necessary steps.
  Review Dependencies: Check for any dependencies that might be causing the material to be locked. This could include linked production orders, purchase orders, or other controlled objects.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to controlled objects. If not, you may need to request access or have someone with the appropriate permissions make the changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CC01 (Create Change Master), CC02 (Change Change Master), or CC03 (Display Change Master) to manage change documents.
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data to understand its current status and any associated change management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CMT071 error and proceed with the necessary changes to the material.