How To Fix M7417 - This function is not possible for value-only material &1

M7417 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 417

• Message text: This function is not possible for value-only material &1

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& is a <DS:GLOS.3526BCA5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>value-only
material</>. The stock overview for
<DS:GLOS.3526C001AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>stock materials</> cannot be
used here.

How to fix this error?

Call up the stock overview for value-only materials.
<DS:TRAN.WMBE>Call up stock overview</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7417 - This function is not possible for value-only material &1 ?

  The SAP error message M7417, which states "This function is not possible for value-only material &1," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that is not allowed for a value-only material. Value-only materials are materials that do not have a physical stock but are used for financial purposes, such as cost tracking or accounting.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform certain functions that are not applicable to value-only materials. Common scenarios that trigger this error include:
  
  Inventory Management Operations: Trying to perform inventory-related transactions (like goods movements, stock transfers, etc.) on a value-only material.
  Material Master Data Changes: Attempting to change or update certain fields in the material master that are not relevant for value-only materials.
  Sales and Distribution Transactions: Trying to create sales orders or deliveries for value-only materials.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M7417 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Type: Verify that the material you are working with is