How To Fix MCW_AA_STR010 - The indicators were determined using the material of the item.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCW_AA_STR - Message Class Allocation Strategies

• Message number: 010

• Message text: The indicators were determined using the material of the item.

What causes this issue?

By entering alternative material selection, no valid materials were
determined, therefore, the query in SAP BW was accessed with
material &v1& from the allocation table item &V2&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCW_AA_STR010 - The indicators were determined using the material of the item. ?

  The SAP error message MCW_AA_STR010 typically indicates that there is an issue with the determination of indicators for a material item in the context of Asset Accounting (AA) or Material Management (MM). This error can arise during processes such as asset acquisition, transfer, or when trying to post transactions related to assets.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is unable to determine the necessary indicators for the material item due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or asset may not be properly set up in the system.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to derive the necessary indicators.
  Asset Class Settings: The asset class associated with the material may not have the required settings for the indicators.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the material or asset settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the material type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the asset class in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the necessary indicators are defined for the asset class.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Ensure that all relevant settings for asset acquisition and posting are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the material and asset class.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to verify that the transaction type is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and AS01 (Create Asset) to navigate through the material and asset master data.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Asset Accounting and Material Management processes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in Asset Accounting and Material Management.