How To Fix DG475 - Dangerous goods master record is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Dangerous goods master record is deactivated

What causes this issue?

The <LS>Inactive</> indicator is set for the currently selected
dangerous goods master record.

System Response

The dangerous goods master record is not checked.

How to fix this error?

Check whether it is appropriate to reset the <LS>Inactive</> indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG475 - Dangerous goods master record is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message DG475, which states "Dangerous goods master record is deactivated," typically occurs when you are trying to process a material that has a dangerous goods master record that is not active. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of delivery documents, sales orders, or when performing goods movements involving hazardous materials.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Dangerous Goods Record: The dangerous goods master record for the material in question has been deactivated. This can happen if the record was intentionally set to inactive or if it was never activated.
  Material Master Settings: The material master may not have the necessary dangerous goods data maintained or may have been incorrectly configured.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the dangerous goods master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Dangerous Goods Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code DG01 (Create Dangerous Goods Master) or DG02 (Change Dangerous Goods Master).
  Search for the relevant dangerous goods master record.
  Check the status of the record and activate it if it is deactivated.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  Ensure that the dangerous goods data is correctly maintained in the material master.
  If necessary, use MM02 (Change Material) to update the dangerous goods information.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify dangerous goods records. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dangerous Goods Management: SAP provides functionality for managing dangerous goods, which includes creating and maintaining dangerous goods master records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing the transportation of hazardous materials.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  DG01: Create Dangerous Goods Master
  DG02: Change Dangerous Goods Master
  DG03: Display Dangerous Goods Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on dangerous goods management and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DG475 error and ensure that the dangerous goods master record is properly activated and maintained.