How To Fix FRMLDLG244 - Creation is not possible;item has already been assigned mat. or substance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLDLG - RMS-FRM: Dialog Messages for Formula

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Creation is not possible;item has already been assigned mat. or substance

What causes this issue?

You want to create a stream and have selected a formula item for this
purpose that has already been assigned a material or substance.
However, streams can only be created for formula items that have not
been assigned a material or substance.

System Response

INCLUDE RMS_GEN_PROCESSING_CANCELLED OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Choose a formula item that has not been assigned a material or
substance when creating the stream.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLDLG244 - Creation is not possible;item has already been assigned mat. or substance ?

  The SAP error message FRMLDLG244, which states "Creation is not possible; item has already been assigned mat. or substance," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying a formula or recipe in SAP, particularly in the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules. This error indicates that the item you are trying to create or modify is already linked to a material or substance, which prevents the creation of a new entry.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The item you are trying to create or modify is already associated with an existing material or substance in the system.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent duplicate entries, which can lead to inconsistencies in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the creation of new items if they are already linked to existing materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Review the existing materials or substances in the system to see if the item you are trying to create is already assigned. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., C201 for creating a recipe or C202 for changing a recipe) and checking the existing entries.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry: 
  
  If the item is already assigned, consider modifying the existing entry instead of creating a new one. This may involve changing the details of the existing material or substance to meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignment: 
  
  If it is appropriate to do so, you may need to remove the existing assignment of the item to the material or substance before attempting to create a new entry. Ensure that this action does not violate any business rules or data integrity constraints.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working in (EHS, PLM, etc.) for additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing materials and substances in SAP, such as:
  
  C201: Create Recipe
  C202: Change Recipe
  C203: Display Recipe
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify items in the system, as restrictions may also lead to similar error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.