How To Fix DG487 - Error determining the template materials and one-time materials

DG487 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 487

• Message text: Error determining the template materials and one-time materials

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when determining template materials or one-time
materials in the dangerous goods check.

System Response

The dangerous goods checks are canceled.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing for <LS>Dangerous Goods Management</> under <LS>Dangerous
Goods Checks and Dangerous Goods Documents/EDI</> -> <LS> Common
Settings</> -> <LS>Specify Indicator Profiles for the Material Master
</>, check that a dangerous goods indicator profile exists that is
marked as a template material or one-time material.
If necessary, enter a dangerous goods indicator profile that is relevant
for template or one-time materials.
Assign the dangerous goods indicator profile to the corresponding
materials in the material master.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG487 - Error determining the template materials and one-time materials ?

  The SAP error message DG487, which states "Error determining the template materials and one-time materials," typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning processes. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes of DG487 Error
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The error may occur if the system cannot find the necessary master data for template materials or one-time materials. This could be due to missing material master records or incorrect configuration.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration settings for the material types or the relevant processes (like production orders, purchase orders, etc.) are not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries in the material master or related tables, can also trigger