How To Fix L6149 - Error when updating material & in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L6 - LVS Link R/2 - ECC

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Error when updating material & in plant &

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L6149 - Error when updating material & in plant & ?

  The SAP error message L6149 typically indicates an issue related to updating material data in a specific plant. This error can occur during various transactions, such as when trying to change material master data or during inventory management processes. The error message usually states something like "Error when updating material & in plant &."
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data or related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the material in the specified plant.
  Lock Entries: The material might be locked by another user or process, preventing updates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master settings or plant settings.
  Batch Management: If the material is batch-managed, issues with batch data can also lead to this error.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that interfere with the standard process, they may cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to update the material in the specified plant.
  Review Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries related to the material and plant. If locks are found, they may need to be released.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction code MM02 to check the material master data for inconsistencies. You can also run reports to check for data integrity.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Check Batch Data: If the material is batch-managed, ensure that the batch data is correct and that there are no issues with the batch itself.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes 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), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.