How To Fix MDC_MAT_MODEL009 - Source material &1/&2 cannot be consolidated again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_MAT_MODEL -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Source material &1/&2 cannot be consolidated again

What causes this issue?

The source material <(>&<)>1 / <(>&<)>2 is in status "Central
Maintenance" (M). Once a source material has been consolidated and its
status has been set to "Central Maintenance", it cannot be processed by
a consolidation process again.

System Response

The source material is not stored in consolidation source tables. The
corresponding replication message is rejected for further processing.

How to fix this error?

The source material can be processed within the system in a central
maintenance process. If a source material shall be processed multiple
times by a consolidation process, a process template must be used which
does not set the status of a source material to "Central Maintenance".
Typically, a consolidation process with goal "Consolidation for Central
Maintenance" (M) sets the source status to " Central Maintenance".

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 MDC_MAT_MODEL009 - Source material &1/&2 cannot be consolidated again ?

  The SAP error message MDC_MAT_MODEL009 indicates that a source material (identified by its material number and plant) cannot be consolidated again. This typically occurs in the context of Material Master Data Consolidation in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Material Data Consolidation (MDC) functionality.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when you attempt to consolidate a material that has already been consolidated in the past. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Previous Consolidation: The material has already been processed and consolidated, and the system does not allow re-consolidation to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity and prevent duplicate or conflicting entries.
  Status of Material: The material may be in a status that does not allow further consolidation (e.g., it may be locked or flagged for some reason).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Consolidation Status: Verify if the material has already been consolidated. You can do this by checking the consolidation logs or the status of the material in the system.
  Review Material Data: Ensure that the material data is correct and does not require further changes. If changes are needed, you may need to reverse the previous consolidation or make the necessary adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling material consolidation.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to Material Master Data and consolidation processes, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MDC-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform consolidation actions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.