How To Fix DGHU156 - Enter a replacement material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGHU - Messages for Handling Unit and Dynam. Classification

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Enter a replacement material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGHU156 - Enter a replacement material ?

  The SAP error message DGHU156, which states "Enter a replacement material," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system expects a replacement material to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Replacement Material: The most common cause is that the user is trying to perform an operation (like a goods movement, production order, or sales order) that requires a replacement material, but none has been specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the relevant transaction that require a replacement material to be defined.
  Business Process Requirements: Certain business processes may mandate the use of a replacement material for specific transactions, especially in cases of material substitution or when dealing with obsolete materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Replacement Material: When prompted with the error, check the transaction screen for a field labeled "Replacement Material" or similar. Enter the appropriate replacement material code.
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material you are working with has a valid replacement material defined in its master data. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and checking the relevant views.
  Review Configuration: If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to material substitution in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide). Look for settings under:
  
  Logistics -> Material Management -> Inventory Management -> Material Substitution
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for specific business rules regarding the use of replacement materials.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. It contains data related to purchasing, inventory management, and sales.
  Substitution Process: In many organizations, a substitution process is in place to handle situations where a material is out of stock or obsolete. Understanding this process can help in resolving the error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MB1A (Goods Withdrawal)
  MB1B (Transfer Posting)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DGHU156 error and continue with your SAP transactions.