M3544 - Specify a valid configurable material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 544

• Message text: Specify a valid configurable material

What causes this issue?

The system could not perform configuration value assignment for the
configurable material specified. If you have not yet created
configuration parameters for the configurable material, this may be the
reason. In case you have a configuration profile with the setting
"Advanced Variant Configuration" you must use the product master app.

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?

INCLUDE NA_SACHVERHALT
Create configuration parameters for the configurable material or enter a
valid configurable material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3544 - Specify a valid configurable material ?

  The SAP error message M3544, "Specify a valid configurable material," typically occurs in the context of working with configurable materials in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales orders, production orders, or other processes that involve configurable products. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the material you are trying to use as a configurable material.
  Causes of Error M3544
  
  Invalid Material Number: The material number entered may not exist in the system or may not be set up as a configurable material.
  Material Type: The material type of the item may not be configured to allow for configuration (e.g., it may be a standard material instead of a configurable one).
  Configuration Profile: The configuration profile for the material may not be correctly assigned or may be missing.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect settings in the Basic Data, Sales, or Plant data views.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the configurable material.
  
  Solutions to Error M3544
  
  
  Check Material Number: Verify that the material number you are entering is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  
  
  Verify Material Type: Ensure that the material is of a type that supports configuration (e.g., material type KMAT for configurable materials).
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile: Make sure that the configuration profile is correctly assigned to the material. You can check this in the material master under the "Sales: Sales Org. Data" or "Basic Data" views.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all necessary data in the material master is complete and correct. This includes checking the views relevant to sales and production.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and work with configurable materials. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error M3544 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for configurable materials in the SAP system, particularly in the areas of variant configuration (transaction code CU01 for creating configuration profiles).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.