How To Fix M3768 - Special procurement type for costing will be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 768

• Message text: Special procurement type for costing will be reset

What causes this issue?

You are trying to enter the special procurement type for phantom
assemblies in the Costing view, which you want to override the special
procurement type in the MRP view when the material is costed. This
entry is not possible in the Costing view.

System Response

The system resets (that is, cancels) the special procurement type for
phantom assemblies in the Costing view.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.
If you want to cost the material as a phantom assembly, enter
special procurement type <LB>50</> in the MRP view and leave the
special procurement type blank in the Costing view.
If you then cost the material, the system determines the planned costs
of the BOM components in the phantom assembly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3768 - Special procurement type for costing will be reset ?

  The SAP error message M3768 ("Special procurement type for costing will be reset") typically occurs in the context of material master data and is related to the configuration of special procurement types in the Material Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency or issue with the special procurement type assigned to a material for costing purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Special Procurement Type: The special procurement type assigned to the material may not be valid for the costing view or may not be compatible with the current configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The special procurement type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the reset of the procurement type during the costing process.
  Material Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data itself, such as missing or incorrect entries in the costing view.
  Costing Variant Settings: The costing variant used may not support the special procurement type, leading to the reset.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the costing view for the material in question.
  Ensure that the special procurement type is correctly assigned and valid.
  
  
  
  Review Special Procurement Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the special procurement type in the system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the special procurement type is correctly defined and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Validate Costing Variant:
  
  Review the costing variant settings (transaction code OKKN) to ensure that it supports the special procurement type.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the costing variant to accommodate the special procurement type.
  
  
  
  Re-run Costing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the costing process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the special procurement types and their implications for costing.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Procurement Types: These are used in SAP to define how materials are procured, such as through subcontracting, consignment, or stock transfer. Each type has specific implications for inventory valuation and costing.
  Costing in SAP: Costing is a critical process in SAP that determines the value of materials and products. It involves various parameters, including material prices, overhead costs, and procurement types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing), and OKKN (Costing Variants) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the M3768 error message in SAP.