How To Fix FSH_MM_COMMON013 - Variant & not maintained in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MM_COMMON -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Variant & not maintained in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MM_COMMON013 - Variant & not maintained in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MM_COMMON013 indicates that a specific variant (identified by &) is not maintained in the specified plant (&2). This error typically arises in the context of materials management and variant configuration in SAP, particularly when dealing with configurable materials.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The variant specified in the error message has not been set up for the plant in question. This means that the system does not have the necessary data to process transactions related to that variant in the specified plant.
  Plant-Specific Data: The variant may exist in the system but is not assigned to the specific plant, leading to this error when trying to access or process it.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for the material or variant, such as missing entries in the material master or variant configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain the Variant in the Plant:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) depending on whether you need to create or update the material.
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Plant Data).
  Ensure that the variant is maintained for the specified plant. You may need to add the variant to the plant-specific data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are using variant configuration, ensure that the configuration profile is correctly set up for the material and that the variant is assigned to the correct plant.
  Use transaction CU50 to check the configuration of the variant and ensure it is valid for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information related to the variant.
  Ensure that all necessary views are filled out correctly for the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on maintaining variants and plant-specific data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and variant configurations.
  
  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 materials management and variant configuration.