How To Fix CX170 - Material & is configurable - enter a material type

CX170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Material & is configurable - enter a material type

What causes this issue?

Material &v1& has a material type that is configurable. To create a new
material by instantiation, you cannot use this material type.

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?

To create the material, enter another material type

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX170 - Material & is configurable - enter a material type ?

  The SAP error message CX170, which states "Material & is configurable - enter a material type," typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage a configurable material in SAP without specifying the required material type. This error is common in scenarios involving the configuration of materials, particularly in the context of variant configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Type: The error indicates that the system requires a specific material type to be defined for the configurable material you are trying to create or modify.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material may not be set up correctly in the system, or the necessary configuration settings may not be in place.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the material type when prompted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Material Type: When creating or modifying a configurable material, ensure that you enter the appropriate material type. This can usually be done in the material master data screen.
  Check Material Configuration: Verify that the