How To Fix M3788 - Configurable material and current material have different strategy groups

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 788

• Message text: Configurable material and current material have different strategy groups

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain the configuration value assignment for selected
characteristics planning.
However, for selected characteristics planning, the configurable
material and the current material must have the same strategy group.
This is not the case here.

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?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3788 - Configurable material and current material have different strategy groups ?

  The SAP error message M3788 indicates that there is a mismatch between the strategy groups of a configurable material and the current material being processed. This typically occurs in scenarios involving configurable materials in the SAP system, particularly in the context of production planning and sales order processing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Different Strategy Groups: The configurable material (often a parent item) and the current material (often a child item or variant) are assigned to different strategy groups. Strategy groups determine how materials are planned and produced in SAP.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the materials may not align, leading to inconsistencies in how they are managed within the system.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for either the configurable material or the current material, such as incorrect settings in the material master records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3788 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master records for both the configurable material and the current material.
  Verify the strategy groups assigned to each material. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction code MM03) and checking the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  
  
  
  Align Strategy Groups:
  
  If the strategy groups are different, you may need to change the strategy group of one of the materials to match the other. This can be done in the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Ensure that the strategy group aligns with your business requirements for production and planning.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for both materials to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the configuration profiles and dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to configurable materials and strategy groups to understand the implications of changing strategy groups.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the materials can be processed as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Strategy Groups: These are defined in the material master and determine how the material is planned (e.g., make-to-order, make-to-stock).
  Configurable Materials: These are materials that can be customized based on customer requirements, often using characteristics and dependencies.
  SAP Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant transactions such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management and production planning.