How To Fix M3597 - The reference material has the period indicator &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 597

• Message text: The reference material has the period indicator &

What causes this issue?

You have assigned a reference material for consumption to this
material. The reference material must have the same
<DS:GLOS.3526C46EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>period indicator</> as this
material.

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?

Enter another reference material or correct the period indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3597 - The reference material has the period indicator & ?

  The SAP error message M3597 indicates that there is an issue with the reference material's period indicator in the context of material management or inventory management. This error typically arises when trying to perform a transaction that involves a material that has a specific period indicator set, which may not be compatible with the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  The error message M3597 is triggered when:
  
  The reference material has a period indicator that restricts certain transactions or operations.
  The period indicator may indicate that the material is not available for the current period or that it is in a status that does not allow for the requested action (e.g., posting, transferring, or adjusting inventory).
  The period indicator could be set to a status that is not valid for the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3597 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the reference material and check the period indicator settings.
  Ensure that the period indicator is set correctly for the intended transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Understand the context of the transaction you are trying to perform. Ensure that the operation is valid for the material's current status and period indicator.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Indicator:
  
  If necessary, update the period indicator in the material master to a valid status that allows the transaction to proceed.
  This may involve changing the period indicator in the material master or adjusting the relevant settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the period indicators and their implications for material transactions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. It contains various views, including basic data, purchasing, sales, and accounting data.
  Period Indicator: This is a field in the material master that indicates the availability of the material for transactions in a specific period. It can affect inventory management, valuation, and reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., MM03 for displaying material master data) to help you navigate and troubleshoot the issue effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M3597 error and implement a solution to resolve it.