How To Fix FRMLINF127 - Generation is not possible; formula item contains no material

FRMLINF127 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLINF - RMS-FRM: Messages f. Info System (Search/Output Fct.)Formula

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Generation is not possible; formula item contains no material

What causes this issue?

At least one item in the formula contains no material.

System Response

The bill of material cannot be generated.

How to fix this error?

Assign a material to each formula item.

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 FRMLINF127 - Generation is not possible; formula item contains no material ?

  The SAP error message FRMLINF127 ("Generation is not possible; formula item contains no material") typically occurs in the context of SAP's formula management, particularly when dealing with recipes or formulas in the production planning module. This error indicates that one or more items in the formula do not have an associated material defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The formula item referenced in the recipe does not have a corresponding material master record in the system.
  Incorrect Item Type: The item in the formula may not be defined as a material type that is valid for use in formulas (e.g., it could be a non-material item).
  Inactive or Deleted Material: The material may exist but could be inactive or marked for deletion in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the formula management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material associated