How To Fix M3495 - You have not yet assigned a configurable material to the material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 495

• Message text: You have not yet assigned a configurable material to the material

What causes this issue?

You wanted to configure the material, but have not yet assigned a
<DS:GLOS.configurable_material>configurable material</> to it.

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?

First assign a configurable material to the material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3495 - You have not yet assigned a configurable material to the material ?

  The SAP error message M3495, "You have not yet assigned a configurable material to the material," typically occurs in the context of working with configurable materials in SAP's Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This error indicates that the system expects a configurable material to be assigned to the material in question, but it has not been done.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The material you are trying to work with is expected to be a configurable material, but it has not been assigned as such in the system.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be set up correctly to allow for configuration.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3495 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Ensure that the material is set up as a configurable material. This is typically done by checking the "Configurable" checkbox in the Basic Data or Sales Org 1 view.
  
  
  
  Assign Configurable Material:
  
  If the material is not assigned as a configurable material, you need to assign a configurable material to it. This can be done in the configuration settings of the material.
  You may need to create a new configurable material if one does not exist.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type assigned to the material allows for configuration. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  If applicable, ensure that the configuration profile is correctly assigned to the material. This profile defines the characteristics and options available for the configurable material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up configurable materials.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Configurable Materials: These are materials that can be customized based on specific customer requirements. They are often used in industries where products can be tailored to meet individual specifications.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CS01 (Create BOM) for managing materials and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management or sales and distribution.