How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON136 - Assignment of configurable material to variant &1 in plant &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Assignment of configurable material to variant &1 in plant &2 failed

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?

Run the report FSH_ASSIGN_CONFIG_TO_MATL to assign the configurable
material to the variant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON136 - Assignment of configurable material to variant &1 in plant &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON136 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a configurable material to a variant in a specific plant. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration in SAP, where a configurable material is expected to be linked to a specific variant but fails to do so due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration Profile: The configurable material may not have a valid configuration profile assigned to it.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the configurable material or the variant may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant settings for the material may not be correctly configured, leading to the failure in assignment.
  Variant Configuration Settings: There may be issues with the variant configuration settings, such as missing dependencies or characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration Profile: Ensure that the configurable material has a valid configuration profile assigned. You can do this by navigating to the material master and checking the configuration settings.
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that all required fields in the material master for both the configurable material and the variant are filled out correctly. Pay special attention to the plant-specific data.
  Validate Plant Settings: Check the plant-specific settings for the material to ensure they are correctly configured. This includes checking the plant assignment in the material master.
  Examine Variant Configuration: Review the variant configuration settings to ensure that all dependencies and characteristics are correctly defined and that there are no missing links.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), CU50 (Configure Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to check and modify the material settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on variant configuration and material management for more detailed information on how to set up and manage configurable materials and variants.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.