How To Fix KV152 - Order (item) has no material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Order (item) has no material

What causes this issue?

The settings in Customizing require the <DS:GLOS.target_costs>target
costs</>, <DS:GLOS.work_in_process>work in process</>, and/or scrap for
the order to be calculated using a particular cost estimate. This cost
estimate is normally assigned to the material entered in the order.
However, the order entered does not have any materials. This means that
the system could not calculate target costs, WIP, or scrap for it.

System Response

Because no target costs were calculated, the system could not calculate
any variances.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV152 - Order (item) has no material ?

  The SAP error message KV152 ("Order (item) has no material") typically occurs in the context of production orders, sales orders, or other order-related transactions where a material is expected but not found. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes of KV152 Error
  
  
  Missing Material Assignment: The order item may not have a material assigned to it. This can happen if the order was created without specifying a material or if the material was deleted after the order was created.
  
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not be compatible with the material or may not require a material.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not exist in the system, or it may be inactive or not available for the specific plant or storage location.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the assignment of materials to certain order types.
  
  
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently omitted the material during the order creation process.
  
  
  Solutions to KV152 Error
  
  
  Check Order Item Details: Review the order item in question to ensure that a material is assigned. If not, you may need to edit the order to include the correct material.
  
  
  Verify Material Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system and is active for the relevant plant and storage location.
  
  
  Review Order Type Configuration: Ensure that the order type being used is configured correctly to allow for material assignment. This may require consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  Create or Update Material: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material). If it exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  Check for User Errors: If the error is due to user input, ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for creating orders and assigning materials.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on order management and material master data.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in order processing are adequately trained on the importance of material assignment and the implications of missing materials.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KV152 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.