How To Fix CO877 - Material & was replaced by material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 877

• Message text: Material & was replaced by material &

What causes this issue?

In the user exit PPCO0007 the material number &V1& specified by the
user is replaced by the material number &V2&. This can have been done
for example by an attached standard-material database.

System Response

The material number &V2& is copied as a new component to the order.

How to fix this error?

If this swap is not correct at this point contact your system
administrator so that the reasons for the change can be ascertained.

Procedure for System Administrators

Find out why the component &V1& was replaced by &V2& in the user exit
PPCO0007 and adjust the logic as appropriate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO877 - Material & was replaced by material & ?

  The SAP error message CO877 indicates that a material has been replaced by another material in the context of production or inventory management. This message typically arises in scenarios involving production orders, bill of materials (BOM), or material master data where a material is no longer valid for use and has been substituted with a new material.
  Cause:
  
  Material Replacement: The original material has been marked as obsolete or has been replaced in the system with a new material. This could be due to various reasons such as product upgrades, changes in suppliers, or discontinuation of a product.
  BOM Changes: The bill of materials may have been updated to reflect the new material, leading to the system not recognizing the old material in certain transactions.
  Master Data Updates: Changes in the material master data, such as status changes or deactivation of the old material, can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of both the old and new materials in the material master. Ensure that the old material is not marked as obsolete or inactive.
  Update BOM: If you are working with a BOM, ensure that it has been updated to reflect the new material. You may need to adjust the BOM to include the new material and remove the old one.
  Review Production Orders: If the error occurs during the processing of production orders, check if the production order is still referencing the old material. You may need to create a new production order that references the new material.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CS02 (Change BOM) or MM02 (Change Material) to make necessary adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding material replacements to ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to material replacements.
  BOM Management: Familiarity with BOM management processes in SAP can aid in resolving issues related to material substitutions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CO877 error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and BOMs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.