How To Fix I4431 - Dedicated usage types must be specified consistently (plant &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Dedicated usage types must be specified consistently (plant &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4431 - Dedicated usage types must be specified consistently (plant &1) ?

  The SAP error message I4431, which states "Dedicated usage types must be specified consistently (plant &1)," typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when there is an inconsistency in the configuration of usage types for a specific plant.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The dedicated usage types for a material or plant have not been defined consistently across different views or settings in the system. For example, if a material is set up with a specific usage type in one configuration but not in another, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the material master record or related configuration settings that are required for the dedicated usage types.
  
  
  Plant-Specific Settings: The error can also occur if the dedicated usage types are not properly assigned or configured for the specific plant mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the I4431 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, Purchasing).
  Ensure that the dedicated usage types are consistently defined across all relevant views for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Access the configuration settings for the material management module (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections for defining usage types and ensure that they are set up correctly for the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and check for any inconsistencies in the usage types.
  If necessary, update the material master to ensure that the usage types are consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to material management and usage types to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the I4431 error in SAP.