How To Fix FRMLDLG274 - Specification type of &1 for material &2 is not permitted for I/O substs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Specification type of &1 for material &2 is not permitted for I/O substs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLDLG274 - Specification type of &1 for material &2 is not permitted for I/O substs ?

  The SAP error message FRMLDLG274 indicates that there is an issue with the specification type of a material in relation to input/output (I/O) substitutions in the context of formula management. This error typically arises when the system encounters a material that has a specification type that is not allowed for the specified operation, such as I/O substitutions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Specification Type: The material specified (material &2) has a specification type (&1) that is not permitted for I/O substitutions. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that restrict certain specification types from being used in this context.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the material master or the formula management settings may not allow the specified combination of material and specification type for I/O substitutions.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong specification type was assigned to the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Specification Type: Review the specification type assigned to the material in the material master. Ensure that it is appropriate for I/O substitutions.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the formula management area to ensure that the specification type is allowed for I/O substitutions. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing the relevant customizing settings.
  Correct Material Master Data: If the specification type is incorrect, update the material master data to assign a valid specification type that is permitted for I/O substitutions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on allowed specification types for I/O substitutions.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to modify the material master data or C223 (Maintain I/O Substitutions) to review and adjust I/O substitution settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling specification types in formula management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.