How To Fix CNIF_MAT011 - Enter the procurement type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNIF_MAT - Messages for BAPI Material Component in Network

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Enter the procurement type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNIF_MAT011 - Enter the procurement type ?

  The SAP error message CNIF_MAT011 ("Enter the procurement type") typically occurs in the context of material master data maintenance, particularly when creating or updating materials in the SAP system. This error indicates that the procurement type for the material has not been specified, which is a required field.
  Cause:
  The procurement type defines how a material is procured, and it can take several forms, such as:
  
  E: In-house production
  F: External procurement
  X: Both in-house production and external procurement
  N: Non-stock material
  
  If this field is left blank during the creation or modification of a material, the system will trigger the CNIF_MAT011 error, as it is essential for the system to know how to handle the material in terms of procurement.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify the procurement type for the material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Views:
  
  Choose the relevant views that include procurement-related information (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP).
  
  
  
  Enter Procurement Type:
  
  In the relevant view (usually the Purchasing or MRP view), locate the field for Procurement Type.
  Enter the appropriate procurement type (E, F, X, or N) based on how you intend to procure the material.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the procurement type, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials that an organization procures, produces, and sells. It is crucial for various processes in SAP, including procurement, inventory management, and production planning.
  Field Dependencies: The procurement type may have dependencies on other fields in the material master. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly to avoid further errors.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify material master data in SAP.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.