How To Fix CN729 - Material & is incompatible with item category & (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 729

• Message text: Material & is incompatible with item category & (check entry)

What causes this issue?

Item type &V2& does not agree with the procurement type in material
master record &V1&.

How can this happen?

In the material master record, you have defined <LS>internal
procurement
</> as the procurement type. When you were assigning this material you
entered the item type <LS>N</> for a non-stock item that is procured
directly. These entries do not agree.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Change the item type for the material
<ZH>or</>
Change the procurement type for material &V1& in the material master
record, as long as it is valid for this material type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN729 - Material & is incompatible with item category & (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message CN729 indicates that there is an incompatibility between the material and the item category in a particular transaction, typically related to the creation or processing of a bill of materials (BOM) or a similar document. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating a production order, a purchase order, or a sales order.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type and Item Category Mismatch: The material you are trying to use may not be compatible with the specified item category. Each item category has specific requirements regarding the type of materials that can be used.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the combination of the material type and item category you are trying to use.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data may not be fully maintained, or certain views required for the item category may be missing.
  Status of the Material: The material might be in a status that does not allow it to be used in the current context (e.g., blocked for procurement or sales).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type and Item Category: Verify that the material type is compatible with the item category you are using. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code OMT3E for item categories).
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly maintained. Check all relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) to ensure they are filled out correctly.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings to allow the combination of the material type and item category. This may require access to the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked for the intended use. You can check the status of the material in the material master record.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or OMT3E (Maintain Item Categories) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the material master and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.