How To Fix MAT_MESSAGES014 - Invalid merchandise type code

MAT_MESSAGES014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Invalid merchandise type code

What causes this issue?

Invalid material type code in the message

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?

Accepted material type codes are space ('') for material or '00' for
single article.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MAT_MESSAGES014 - Details

• The SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES014: Invalid merchandise type code typically occurs when there is an issue with the merchandise type code being used in a transaction or configuration. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the merchandise type code provided, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Merchandise Type Code: The merchandise type code entered may be misspelled or not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The merchandise type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified merchandise type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the merchandise type codes may not have been correctly transferred or mapped.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Merchandise Type Code:
  
  Check the merchandise type code for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the code is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings