How To Fix CN768 - Procurement indicator and material master settings for & are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 768

• Message text: Procurement indicator and material master settings for & are inconsistent

What causes this issue?

You assigned a material component in the network. At the same time you
are using the determination of stock allocation and account assignment
specification using a procurement indicator.
The settings for the procurement indicator and those for the material
master contradict one another.

System Response

The system does not allow you to assign the material component.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for the dependent requirement indicator in the
material master and priorities of the assignment for stock and account
assignment according to the procurement indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN768 - Procurement indicator and material master settings for & are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message CN768 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the procurement indicator and the material master settings for a specific material. This error typically arises in the context of project system (PS) and materials management (MM) integration, particularly when trying to assign a material to a project or when creating a project-related procurement.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Procurement Indicator Mismatch: The procurement indicator in the material master may not align with the expected settings for the project. For example, if the material is set as "not procured" but is being used in a project that requires procurement.
  Material Master Settings: The material master may not be properly configured for the type of procurement being attempted (e.g., in-house production vs. external procurement).
  Project Settings: The project settings may require a different procurement strategy than what is defined in the material master.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the material master or project definition that leads to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN768 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the procurement type in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP).
  Ensure that the procurement type is set correctly (e.g., "F" for external procurement, "E" for in-house production) based on the project requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings:
  
  Check the project definition (transaction code CJ20N) to ensure that the procurement settings align with the material master.
  Verify that the project is set up to allow for the type of procurement you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Adjust Procurement Indicator:
  
  If necessary, change the procurement indicator in the material master to match the requirements of the project.
  You can do this using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material master and project system integration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to assign the material to the project or perform the procurement action again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and project settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management and project systems.