How To Fix CN385 - Material &1 is replaced by material &2, according to the materal master

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 385

• Message text: Material &1 is replaced by material &2, according to the materal master

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN385 - Material &1 is replaced by material &2, according to the materal master ?

  The SAP error message CN385 indicates that there is a replacement relationship between two materials in the material master data. Specifically, it means that the material you are trying to use (Material &1) has been replaced by another material (Material &2) according to the settings in the material master.
  Cause:
  
  Material Replacement Configuration: The material master for Material &1 has been configured to indicate that it has been replaced by Material &2. This is often done for reasons such as product discontinuation, rebranding, or product upgrades.
  Transaction Context: The error may occur during various transactions, such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or production order, where the system checks the material master for valid materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Replacement Material: The simplest solution is to use Material &2 instead of Material &1 in your transaction. This is the intended action as per the material master configuration.
  Check Material Master Data: If you believe this replacement is incorrect, you can check the material master data for Material &1:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter Material &1 and check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to see the replacement settings.
  
  
  Update Material Master: If necessary, you can update the material master data to remove the replacement relationship or to adjust it as needed. This typically requires appropriate authorization:
  
  Go to transaction MM02 (Change Material).
  Make the necessary changes in the relevant views.
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure about the replacement or need to make changes, consult with your materials management or inventory team to ensure that any changes align with business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the material master, such as Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, and Accounting, as they may contain relevant information about the material and its replacement.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and material master data to understand how replacements are configured and managed.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material management include:
  
  MM01 - Create Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MM03 - Display Material
  MM04 - Display Material Changes
  MM06 - Flag Material for Deletion
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN385 error and understand the implications of material replacements in your SAP system.