How To Fix EEWA_SPG052 - &1 &2: Material cannot be configured.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_SPG - Messages in Package EEWA_SPG

• Message number: 052

• Message text: &1 &2: Material cannot be configured.

What causes this issue?

The material &V2& is not a configurable material. For materials that
cannot be configured you cannot create a configuration.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_SPG052 - &1 &2: Material cannot be configured. ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_SPG052 indicates that a material cannot be configured. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration in SAP, where a material is expected to have configurable characteristics but is not set up correctly in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration Profile: The material may not have an associated configuration profile or the profile is not correctly assigned.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be set up for configuration. Only certain material types (like configurable materials) can be configured.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, lacking necessary characteristics or values.
  Dependencies Not Defined: The dependencies (like class characteristics) required for configuration may not be defined or are incorrectly set up.
  Status of the Material: The material may be in a status that does not allow configuration (e.g., blocked or inactive).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to configure the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration Profile: Ensure that the material has a valid configuration profile assigned. You can do this by checking the material master data in transaction MM03.
  Verify Material Type: Confirm that the material type is appropriate for configuration. If not, you may need to change the material type or create a new configurable material.
  Complete Master Data: Review and complete the material master data, ensuring all necessary characteristics and values are defined.
  Define Dependencies: Check if the dependencies required for the configuration are defined correctly. You can do this in the configuration settings.
  Review Material Status: Ensure that the material is active and not blocked for configuration. You can check this in the material master.
  Check User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform configuration tasks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  CL02: Change Class
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Variant Configuration for detailed information on setting up configurable materials and their characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.