How To Fix IS244 - Material number (&1) is not the same as construction type (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Material number (&1) is not the same as construction type (&2)

What causes this issue?

Synchronous maintenance of material numbers and construction types is
recommended in Customizing for the equipment type, or to be precise: If
the material number is maintained, the construction type should have
the same value.

System Response

The equipment construction type has the value &V2&. The system
indicates that to maintain synchronicity, you should change the
construction types to &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the construction type should be changed and, if
necessary, make these changes manually.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS244 - Material number (&1) is not the same as construction type (&2) ?

  The SAP error message IS244 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material number and the construction type in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying a bill of materials (BOM) or when working with material master records.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Data: The material number you are trying to use is not compatible with the specified construction type. This could be due to incorrect data entry or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The construction type may not be set up correctly for the material in question, or the material may not be assigned to the correct construction type in the system.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have specific construction types that they are allowed to use, and the material you are working with may not meet those criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number (&1) to ensure it is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to view the material master data.
  Check Construction Type: Review the construction type (&2) to ensure it is appropriate for the material you are working with. You can check the configuration settings for the construction type in the relevant customizing settings.
  Adjust BOM or Material Master: If the material is not compatible with the construction type, you may need to either change the construction type or adjust the material master data to ensure they align correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the construction types and their allowed material types.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CS01 (Create BOM) to navigate through the material and BOM management processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on BOM management and material master data to better understand the relationships between materials and construction types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.