How To Fix CX023 - Material "&" not configured

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Material "&" not configured

What causes this issue?

You selected a material which has not been configured, therefore you
cannot use it to copy from.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX023 - Material "&" not configured ?

  The SAP error message CX023, which states "Material '&' not configured," typically indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for the specified material in the context of a particular process or transaction. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a sales order, production order, or when trying to perform a goods movement.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The material exists, but it lacks the necessary configuration data (e.g., BOM, routing, or other master data).
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be suitable for the operation being performed.
  Missing Views: Required views (like sales, purchasing, or accounting) may not be maintained for the material.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the relevant plant or storage location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material exists in the system using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Create or Update Material: If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material). If it exists but is missing configuration, update the necessary views.
  Maintain Required Data: Ensure that all required data for the material is maintained, including:
  
  Basic data
  Sales data
  Purchasing data
  Accounting data
  Plant-specific data
  
  
  Check Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the intended use (e.g., raw material, finished product).
  Assign to Plant/Storage Location: Make sure the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location.
  Check Configuration Settings: If the material is part of a specific configuration (like variant configuration), ensure that the configuration profiles are correctly set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CS01: Create BOM
  CA01: Create Routing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for material master data and configuration settings to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.