How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON075 - Return items not valid for variant determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Return items not valid for variant determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON075 - Return items not valid for variant determination ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON075 ("Return items not valid for variant determination") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution processes, particularly when dealing with return items in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a valid variant for the return items being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category of the return item may not be set up correctly for variant determination.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the variant determination process may not be complete or may not include the return item category.
  Incompatible Return Item: The return item may not be compatible with the variant determination logic defined in the system.
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect master data (e.g., material master, customer master) that is required for the variant determination process.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type used for the return may not be configured to allow for variant determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the item category used for the return items. Ensure that it is set up to allow for variant determination.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  
  
  
  Review Variant Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the variant configuration is correctly set up for the materials involved. This includes checking the configuration profiles and dependencies.
  You can access this in the configuration settings under Logistics > Production > Variants > Variant Configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the material master and customer master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect variant determination.
  Ensure that the materials are correctly classified and that all necessary data is maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Document Type:
  
  Verify that the sales document type used for the return is configured to allow for variant determination. This can be checked in the configuration settings under Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the variant determination works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OVL2 (for item category determination) and CU50 (for variant configuration) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on variant configuration and sales document processing.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.