How To Fix M3664 - Special procurement type is reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 664

• Message text: Special procurement type is reset

What causes this issue?

You entered a value in field <ZH>special procurement type</>. However,
the value you entered does not make sense for a material with material
type, process material.

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

System Response

Therefore, the system deleted the entry.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3664 - Special procurement type is reset ?

  The SAP error message M3664, which states "Special procurement type is reset," typically occurs in the context of material master data or procurement processes. This error indicates that a special procurement type that was previously set for a material has been reset or is not valid for the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Configuration: The special procurement type may have been removed or reset in the material master record. This can happen due to changes in the material's configuration or updates in the procurement settings.
  Invalid Special Procurement Type: The special procurement type specified may not be valid for the material or may not exist in the system.
  Changes in Procurement Settings: Changes in the configuration of the purchasing organization or plant settings can lead to the reset of the special procurement type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or during an upgrade, the special procurement types may not have been correctly transferred.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing, MRP) to see if the special procurement type is set correctly.
  If it is missing, you may need to re-enter the appropriate special procurement type.
  
  
  
  Validate Special Procurement Type:
  
  Ensure that the special procurement type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant procurement settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the purchasing organization and plant to ensure that there are no restrictions or changes that would affect the special procurement type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific special procurement type you are using to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration or system upgrade, perform a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Procurement Types: These are used in SAP to define specific procurement strategies, such as consignment, subcontracting, or stock transfer. Each type has its own configuration and implications for how materials are procured and managed.
  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 that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to the M3664 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the M3664 error message in SAP.