How To Fix M3607 - The follow-up material may not be identical to the discontinued material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 607

• Message text: The follow-up material may not be identical to the discontinued material

What causes this issue?

The follow-up material entered is identical to the current material
(discontinued 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 material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3607 - The follow-up material may not be identical to the discontinued material ?

  The SAP error message M3607, which states "The follow-up material may not be identical to the discontinued material," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory control when a material is being discontinued and a follow-up material is being defined. This error indicates that the system has detected that the follow-up material you are trying to assign is not compatible with the discontinued material.
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Data: The follow-up material may have attributes that are not compatible with the discontinued material. This could include differences in material type, valuation class, or other key characteristics.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or configuration may not allow for the follow-up material to be treated as identical to the discontinued material.
  Material Status: The status of the materials involved may not allow for the transition. For example, if the discontinued material is marked as inactive or obsolete, it may not allow for a follow-up material to be linked.
  Different Units of Measure: If the follow-up material has a different unit of measure than the discontinued material, this could trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for both the discontinued material and the follow-up material. Ensure that they have compatible attributes, such as material type, valuation class, and other relevant fields.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to material management. Ensure that the settings allow for the follow-up material to be linked to the discontinued material.
  Material Status: Verify the status of both materials. If the discontinued material is inactive or obsolete, consider changing its status or reviewing the business process to ensure compliance with company policies.
  Unit of Measure: Ensure that both materials have the same unit of measure. If they differ, you may need to adjust the unit of measure for one of the materials.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling discontinued materials and follow-up materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material data effectively.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data, as restrictions may lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.