How To Fix J3RM_RN084 - Management method of material &1 does not match RNPT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RM_RN - Message class for RN documents processing

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Management method of material &1 does not match RNPT

What causes this issue?

You are trying to add material to an RNPT, but one of the following is
happening:
The RNPT contains a serial number, but the management method for this
material is not <LS>Management by Serial Number</> in
<DS:TRAN.J3RMRNGOODSV>Maintain Material Management Methods for
Traceability</>.
The RNPT contains a batch number, but the management method for this
material is not <LS>Management by Batch</> in
<DS:TRAN.J3RMRNGOODSV>Maintain Material Management Methods for
Traceability</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RM_RN084 - Management method of material &1 does not match RNPT ?

  The SAP error message J3RM_RN084 indicates that there is a mismatch between the management method of a material and the requirements of the RNPT (which typically refers to a specific process or transaction in SAP related to materials management). This error often arises in the context of materials that are being processed in a specific way that does not align with the defined management method in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Management Method: The management method defined for the material (e.g., whether it is managed by batch, serial number, or not managed at all) does not match the requirements of the RNPT process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect configuration settings in the material master or in the RNPT process that lead to this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of the material master or during the RNPT transaction can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the management method set for the material in question.
  Ensure that it aligns with the requirements of the RNPT process you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review RNPT Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the RNPT process. This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing (transaction SPRO) to ensure that the management methods are correctly defined and aligned with the materials being processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Management Method:
  
  If the management method is incorrect, you may need to change it in the material master (transaction code MM02) to match the requirements of the RNPT process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific RNPT process you are working with to understand the expected management methods.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.