CO382 - & is not a non-stock item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 382

• Message text: & is not a non-stock item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO382 - & is not a non-stock item ?

  The SAP error message CO382 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the material master data, specifically that the material in question is not set up as a non-stock item in the system. This error often arises in the context of production orders, cost center accounting, or when trying to perform certain transactions involving materials that are not maintained correctly in the system.
  Cause of Error CO382:
  
  Material Type Configuration: The material may not be configured correctly in the material master. It might be set up as a stock item instead of a non-stock item.
  Material Master Data: The material master record may be missing necessary data or may not be set up for the intended use (e.g., it is not marked as a non-stock item).
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to perform may require the material to be a non-stock item, but the system recognizes it as a stock item.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location where it is supposed to be used as a non-stock item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the material type and settings.
  Ensure that the material is set up as a non-stock item if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Change Material Type:
  
  If the material is incorrectly classified, you may need to change its material type. This can be done using transaction code MM02, but be cautious as changing material types can have implications on existing data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the material types and their attributes are set up correctly. This may require access to the SPRO configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Understand the different material types in SAP (e.g., raw materials, finished goods, non-stock items) and their implications on inventory management and accounting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO382 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.