How To Fix KM086 - Error determining the representative material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Error determining the representative material

What causes this issue?

This is most likely a system error.

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM086 - Error determining the representative material ?

  The SAP error message KM086, which states "Error determining the representative material," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify a representative material for a given material group or classification.
  Causes of KM086 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The representative material may not be configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the material master data is incomplete or if the classification system is not set up properly.
  
  
  Material Group Issues: The material group associated with the material may not have a defined representative material.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, such as missing fields or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the representative material.
  
  
  System Bugs or Limitations: In some cases, the error may be due to bugs in the SAP system or limitations in the version being used.
  
  
  Solutions to KM086 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the material is assigned to the correct material group.
  
  
  Define Representative Material: If the material group does not have a representative material defined, you will need to create or assign one. This can typically be done in the material group settings.
  
  
  Review Classification Settings: Ensure that the classification system is set up correctly and that the materials are classified properly.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the material and its representative.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues that have been documented with recommended solutions.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, debugging the program that triggers the error can provide insights into what is going wrong.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data.
  Material Groups: Understand how material groups are structured in your organization and how they relate to representative materials.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on material management and classification.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KM086 error in your SAP system.