How To Fix KZ151 - Material has material type & - it cannot be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Material has material type & - it cannot be assigned

What causes this issue?

The <LS>Material for process</> indicator is set for material type
&V1&. This means the material is used to represent a process in joint
production in which <DS:GLOS.co-product>co-products</> are produced.
It is currently not possible to use costing functions for these
materials. To prevent inconsistencies, the system does not allow you to
assign such materials to a cost object hierarchy.

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?

Check your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ151 - Material has material type & - it cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message KZ151 indicates that a material with a specific material type cannot be assigned to a particular configuration or process. This error typically arises in the context of material master data management, particularly when trying to assign a material to a specific plant, storage location, or when attempting to use it in a transaction that is not compatible with its material type.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Restrictions: Each material type in SAP has specific characteristics and is intended for certain uses. For example, a material type designated for finished goods cannot be assigned to a process that requires raw materials.
  Configuration Issues: The material may not be configured correctly in the system, or there may be missing data that prevents it from being assigned.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be set up for the specific plant or storage location you are trying to assign it to.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type of the material in question. Ensure that it is appropriate for the intended use or assignment.
  Review Material Master Data: Go to the material master data and check for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Plant and Storage Location Settings: Ensure that the material is set up for the specific plant or storage location you are trying to assign it to. You may need to create or modify the material master record for that plant/storage location.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the material type is allowed for the intended assignment.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to review and modify material master data, and MM03 (Display Material) to view the current settings.
  Material Type Configuration: The configuration of material types can be found in the SPRO transaction under "Logistics - General" > "Material Master" > "Basic Settings" > "Define Attributes of Material Types."
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific material type or error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material types and their characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KZ151 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.