How To Fix IS167 - Material & is not a configurable material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Material & is not a configurable material

What causes this issue?

You have selected <GL:material>material</> &V1&.
This is <ZH>not</> a
<GL:configurable_material>configurable material</>.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Choose a material with a <GL:material_type>material type</>
that allows configuration.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS167 - Material & is not a configurable material ?

  The SAP error message IS167, which states "Material & is not a configurable material," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing or when trying to create or manage configurable materials in SAP. This error indicates that the material you are trying to work with is not set up as a configurable material in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Configuration: The material in question is not defined as a configurable material in the material master record. Configurable materials are those that can be customized based on specific characteristics and options.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type assigned to the material may not support configuration. Only certain material types (like KMAT) are designated for configurable materials.
  Missing Configuration Profile: The material may not have an associated configuration profile, which is necessary for defining the characteristics and options available for configuration.
  Sales Order Entry: If you are trying to create a sales order for a material that is expected to be configurable but is not set up as such, this error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the material type and configuration settings.
  Ensure that the material type is set to a configurable type (e.g., KMAT).
  Verify that the "Configurable Material" checkbox is selected in the Basic Data view.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Configuration Profile:
  
  If the material is intended to be configurable, ensure that a configuration profile is created and assigned to the material. This can be done in transaction code CU41 (Create Configuration Profile) or CU42 (Change Configuration Profile).
  Define the characteristics and values that should be available for the configurable material.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Order Process:
  
  If you are entering a sales order, ensure that you are using the correct material number and that it is indeed a configurable material.
  If necessary, consult with your sales or logistics team to confirm the correct material setup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up configurable materials and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Familiarize yourself with the different material types in SAP and their characteristics. Configurable materials typically use the KMAT type.
  Configuration Profiles: Understand how configuration profiles work in SAP and how they relate to the characteristics of configurable materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to configurable materials and error IS167.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master records and configuration profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS167 error and ensure that your materials are correctly set up for configuration in SAP.