How To Fix MC272 - Change matchcode ID &-& and reactivate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Change matchcode ID &-& and reactivate

What causes this issue?

There is an inconsistency between a matchcode ID and the corresponding
matchcode object.

System Response

There is a warning.

How to fix this error?

Try to activate the corresponding matchcode ID. Go to the matchcode ID
maintenance screen and press <LS>Activate</>. The activation log might
contain further information about the type of inconsistency which
occurred. You can display an activation log which already exists with
<LS>Display log -> Activate</> in the menu <LS>Utilities</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC272 - Change matchcode ID &-& and reactivate ?

  The SAP error message MC272 typically indicates an issue with the matchcode ID in the context of Material Management (MM) or other related modules. This error often arises when there is a problem with the matchcode ID configuration or when the matchcode needs to be reactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Matchcode ID Not Active: The matchcode ID specified is not active or has been deactivated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the matchcode ID, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that the matchcode ID is supposed to reference.
  System Updates: Changes in the system or updates may have affected the matchcode ID's functionality.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reactivate the Matchcode ID:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Select "Matchcode" and enter the matchcode ID that is causing the issue.
  Check the status of the matchcode ID. If it is inactive, reactivate it.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMC1 to check the configuration of the matchcode ID.
  Ensure that all necessary settings and entries are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Matchcode:
  
  If the matchcode ID is still not functioning correctly, you may need to rebuild it.
  This can often be done through transaction code OMC2 or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  Review the data that the matchcode ID is supposed to reference. Ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to the matchcode ID in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, OMC1, and OMC2 for managing matchcodes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific matchcode ID or error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to matchcode configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MC272 error and reactivate the matchcode ID successfully.