How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE047 - Item &1: Enter a UII for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Item &1: Enter a UII for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE047 - Item &1: Enter a UII for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE047 indicates that a Unique Item Identifier (UII) is required for a specific material in the context of the SAP Defense Forces and Public Security (DFPS) module. This error typically arises when you are trying to process an item that requires a UII, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing UII: The item you are trying to process does not have a Unique Item Identifier assigned to it.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require a UII for certain materials, and the material in question does not meet this requirement.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry where the UII was not filled in.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter UII: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the error occurred.
  Locate the field for the Unique Item Identifier (UII) and enter the appropriate UII for the material specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Verify if the UII is maintained in the relevant views. If not, you may need to update the material master with the correct UII.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to UII requirements in the DFPS module.
  Ensure that the configuration aligns with your organization's requirements for materials and UIIs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding the use of UIIs in the DFPS module to ensure compliance with any specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unique Item Identifier (UII): A UII is a unique code assigned to items, particularly in defense and public security contexts, to track and manage inventory effectively.
  SAP DFPS Module: This module is specifically designed for defense forces and public security organizations, and it includes functionalities tailored to their unique requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may be useful for managing material data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that the necessary UII is provided for the material in question.