How To Fix FSH_MAIN123 - Cannot enter variant data; generic material is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Cannot enter variant data; generic material is not maintained

What causes this issue?

You cannot enter any variant data if a generic material is not
maintained as the key field.

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?

Add a generic material in the key field of condition table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MAIN123 - Cannot enter variant data; generic material is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MAIN123 ("Cannot enter variant data; generic material is not maintained") typically occurs in the context of SAP Fashion Management (FSH) when you are trying to enter or process data for a variant of a generic material that has not been properly set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Generic Material Not Maintained: The error indicates that the generic material (the base material from which variants are derived) has not been maintained correctly in the system. This could mean that the generic material does not exist, or it has not been configured to allow for variants.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration settings for the generic material may be incomplete or incorrect, preventing the system from recognizing the variants.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the generic material and its variants, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Generic Material: Verify that the generic material exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the material master data and checking if the generic material is listed.
  Maintain Generic Material: If the generic material is missing or not maintained, you will need to create or update it. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the variant configuration settings.
  Configure Variants: Ensure that the variant configuration for the generic material is set up correctly. This includes defining the characteristics and values that will be used for the variants.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for both the generic material and its variants to ensure that all required information is present and correct.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter or modify data related to the generic material and its variants.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining generic materials and variants in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to manage material data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the variant data for the generic material.