How To Fix MAT_MESSAGES111 - &1 is not a valid Characteristics Quantity Type Code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: &1 is not a valid Characteristics Quantity Type Code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES111 - &1 is not a valid Characteristics Quantity Type Code ?

  The SAP error message "MAT_MESSAGES111 &1 is not a valid Characteristics Quantity Type Code" typically occurs when there is an issue with the characteristics or attributes defined for a material in the SAP system, particularly in the context of classification or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Quantity Type Code: The error indicates that the system is trying to use a quantity type code that is not recognized or valid in the context of the material's characteristics.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the material master data or in the classification system.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect or unsupported value for a characteristic.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the characteristics or quantity type codes may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic) and verify the definition of the characteristic in question. Ensure that the quantity type code is correctly defined and valid.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the characteristics assigned to the material. Ensure that all characteristics are correctly defined and that the values entered are valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Quantity Type Codes:
  
  Check the list of valid quantity type codes in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings or using transaction codes like OMN1 (for quantity types) to see if the code being used is valid.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the material master or characteristic assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on valid characteristics and quantity type codes.
  
  
  
  Customization:
  
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is properly customized to support the characteristics and quantity types you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  MM03: Display material master
  OMN1: Maintain quantity types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.