How To Fix M7241 - Movement type & can only be carried out for structured material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 241

• Message text: Movement type & can only be carried out for structured material

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a movement type (317, 318, 319, 320) with which you can
only split or join <DS:GLOS.structured_material>structured material</>.
The material you have entered is not a structured 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?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PR_FEN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7241 - Movement type & can only be carried out for structured material ?

  The SAP error message M7241 indicates that a specific movement type cannot be executed for the material in question because it is not a structured material. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material movements within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform a movement type (such as goods receipt, goods issue, transfer posting, etc.) on a material that is not defined as a structured material in the system. Structured materials are typically materials that have a hierarchical structure, such as configurable materials or materials with variants.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type of the item you are trying to move. Ensure that it is defined as a structured material in the system.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the item. You can do this by navigating to the material master transaction (MM03) and checking the relevant views (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) to ensure that the material is set up correctly.
  
  
  Movement Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the movement type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is allowed for the type of material you are working with. This can be done in the configuration settings (SPRO) under Inventory Management.
  
  
  Use Appropriate Movement Type: If the material is not structured and you are trying to perform a movement that requires it to be structured, consider using a different movement type that is applicable to non-structured materials.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the movement types and their requirements.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP define the type of stock movement and the associated processes. Each movement type has specific requirements and restrictions.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it is crucial for inventory management and procurement processes.
  Structured Materials: These are materials that have a defined structure, often used in industries where products can be configured or customized based on customer requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.