How To Fix COM_PRODUCT061 - Batch can only be maintained for product type "Material", not for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Batch can only be maintained for product type "Material", not for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT061 - Batch can only be maintained for product type "Material", not for &1 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT061 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining batch information for a product that is not of the type "Material". This error typically arises when you attempt to assign or manage batch characteristics for a product that is classified under a different product type, such as a service or a non-batch-managed product.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The product you are trying to maintain is not defined as a "Material" in the SAP system.
  Batch management is only applicable to products classified as materials, and other product types (like services) do not support batch management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Type: Verify the product type of the item you are trying to maintain. You can do this by navigating to the product master data in SAP and checking the product type field.
  
  
  Change Product Type: If the product should be a material and is incorrectly classified, you may need to change its classification to "Material". This typically involves:
  
  Creating a new product with the correct type.
  Migrating any necessary data from the old product to the new one.
  
  
  
  Remove Batch Management: If the product is correctly classified and should not have batch management, ensure that you are not trying to maintain batch information for it. You may need to adjust your processes to avoid batch management for non-material products.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to understand the implications of changing product types or batch management settings.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product types and batch management settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: In SAP, batch management is a feature that allows for the tracking and management of inventory in batches. It is commonly used in industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals.
  Product Types: SAP classifies products into various types, including materials, services, and others. Each type has specific characteristics and functionalities.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.