How To Fix CP115 - Material & has the material status &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Material & has the material status &

What causes this issue?

You want to edit a routing. You are trying to create a routing for a
material or assign the routing to the material. However the material
has a <zh>plant specific material status</> that issues a warning in
such cases.

How to fix this error?

Consider whether you really want to create or aasign a routing to the
chosen material.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP115 - Material & has the material status & ?

  The SAP error message CP115 typically indicates that there is an issue with the material status of a specific material in the system. The message usually reads something like "Material & has the material status &," where the first "&" represents the material number and the second "&" represents the material status.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the material being assigned a status that restricts its use in certain processes. Common material statuses include:
  
  Blocked: The material cannot be used for production or sales.
  Inactive: The material is not available for transactions.
  Quality Inspection: The material is under quality control and cannot be used until it passes inspection.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and potentially change the material status. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the status in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales).
  
  
  
  Change Material Status:
  
  If the material status is inappropriate for the intended use, you can change it.
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master record.
  Navigate to the relevant view and change the status to an appropriate one (e.g., from "Blocked" to "Active").
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure about changing the status, consult with your inventory management, quality assurance, or production planning teams to understand the implications of the status change.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no open purchase orders, production orders, or sales orders that might be affected by the status change.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material statuses work in SAP is crucial. Each status has specific implications for how the material can be used in various processes.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to change material statuses in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing material statuses.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and changing the material status, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for further troubleshooting.