How To Fix MAHD401 - You cannot maintain AHD when creating a material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAHD - Messages for Alternative Historical Data

• Message number: 401

• Message text: You cannot maintain AHD when creating a material

What causes this issue?

For <DS:GLOS.3526BF19AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>material</> &SYST-MSGV1&
and <DS:GLOS.3526BF3BAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>plant</> &SYST-MSGV2&, the
use of <DS:GLOS.70086ED0D946154EBC7C6B32697A9C30>alternative historical
data</> (AHD) for the <DS:GLOS.3526C3DEAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>forecast
</> is active. The alternative historical data (AHD) cannot be
maintained when creating a material.

System Response

The system cancels the action.

How to fix this error?

First create the material, then use the program designed for manual
maintenance of AHD. (Transaction <DS:TRAN.WAHD2>WAHD2</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAHD401 - You cannot maintain AHD when creating a material ?

  The SAP error message MAHD401 ("You cannot maintain AHD when creating a material") typically occurs when there is an attempt to maintain the Accounting Data (AHD) for a material during its creation process, but the system does not allow it due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type you are trying to create may not allow the maintenance of accounting data at the time of creation. Certain material types are configured to restrict this.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the material master may not permit the maintenance of accounting data during the creation process.
  Missing Required Data: There may be missing mandatory fields or data that need to be filled in before the accounting data can be maintained.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain accounting data for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type you are using. If it is not intended to maintain accounting data during creation, consider using a different material type or creating the material without accounting data and then adding it later.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings for the material type in the IMG (Implementation Guide). Ensure that the settings allow for the maintenance of accounting data during material creation.
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the material master are filled out correctly before attempting to maintain accounting data.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to maintain accounting data for materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in transactions such as MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material master data management for more insights on the creation and maintenance processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.