How To Fix DV607 - The material & was assigned to another specification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DV - EHS: Messages for Report Shipping

• Message number: 607

• Message text: The material & was assigned to another specification

What causes this issue?

The material &v1& was assigned to another
<DS:GLOS.F87B3E882F18D4119B510060B0671ACC>specification</>. Automatic
subsequent shipping is therefore impossible. You can find the
specification to which the material is now assigned in the
specification information system.

How to fix this error?

You have the following possibilities:
Send the most recently released report for this specification manually
to the recipient of the report shipping order with number &v2&.
Assign the material to the original specification again with the key
&v3&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DV607 - The material & was assigned to another specification ?

  The SAP error message DV607 indicates that the material you are trying to assign to a specification is already linked to another specification. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Quality Management (QM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules, where materials are associated with specific specifications for quality control, compliance, or regulatory purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Assignment: The material is already assigned to a different specification, which prevents it from being assigned to the new one.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that a material is not associated with multiple specifications simultaneously, which could lead to confusion or errors in quality management processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Current Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like CQ32 (Change Material Specification) or CQ33 (Display Material Specification) to check which specification the material is currently assigned to.
  Review the specifications to determine if the current assignment is still valid or if it can be changed.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Material:
  
  If the material needs to be assigned to a new specification, you may need to first remove it from the existing specification. This can typically be done in the same transaction where you checked the assignments.
  Ensure that the new specification meets all necessary requirements before reassigning the material.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing the specification assignment, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., quality assurance, regulatory compliance) to ensure that the change is appropriate.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If this error is occurring frequently and is causing operational issues, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration or business processes to ensure they align with your organization's needs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CQ32, CQ33, CQC1 (Create Material Specification), and CQC2 (Change Material Specification).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material specifications and quality management for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify material specifications in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.