How To Fix KZ261 - Test mode "Only process material" deactivated

KZ261 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Test mode "Only process material" deactivated

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KZ261 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ261, which states "Test mode 'Only process material' deactivated," typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management processes. This message indicates that the system is not in a mode that allows for the processing of materials in a test environment, which can affect various transactions related to material movements, production orders, or inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Test Mode Deactivation: The system is configured to not allow processing of materials in test mode. This can happen if the system settings or user parameters are not set to allow test processing.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the SAP system may not be set to allow certain operations in test mode, which can lead to this error.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions in test mode.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Test Mode Settings: Ensure that the test mode settings in the SAP system are correctly configured. You may