How To Fix FRMLMSC143 - Material &1 is not assigned to a substance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLMSC - RMS-FRM: Miscellaneous Messages for Formula

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Material &1 is not assigned to a substance

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Assign the material to a substance in specification management.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLMSC143 - Material &1 is not assigned to a substance ?

  The SAP error message FRMLMSC143 indicates that a specific material (denoted by &1) is not assigned to a substance in the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing materials and substances in SAP, particularly in modules related to product safety, compliance, or material management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The material has not been linked to a substance in the system. This can happen if the material was created without the necessary substance assignment or if the assignment was removed or not updated.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes in substance definitions or material classifications that have not been reflected in the material master.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the relationship between materials and substances, especially if customizations or enhancements have been made.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign the Material to a Substance:
  
  Navigate to the material master record for the affected material.
  Go to the relevant views (such as Basic Data, Classification, or Substance) and check if the substance assignment is missing.
  If it is missing, assign the appropriate substance to the material.
  
  
  
  Check Substance Data:
  
  Ensure that the substance you are trying to assign exists in the system and is correctly defined.
  If the substance is not available, you may need to create it in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to manage materials and substances.
  Check if there are any specific settings or customizations that might affect the assignment process.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any other materials that may also lack substance assignments.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to review and update material records as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing materials and substances, especially if you are working in a regulated industry.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views in the material master that relate to substances, such as Basic Data, Classification, and Environmental Data.
  Substance Management: If your organization uses SAP for compliance and safety management, ensure that you are familiar with the processes for managing substances, including regulatory requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management or product compliance.