How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP024 - Material &1 already in sales organization &2 distribution channel &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Material &1 already in sales organization &2 distribution channel &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP024 - Material &1 already in sales organization &2 distribution channel &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP024 indicates that a material (represented by &1) is already assigned to a specific sales organization (represented by &2) and distribution channel (represented by &3). This error typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management, particularly when trying to create or change a material's sales data in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to create or modify a material's sales organization and distribution channel data when that combination already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The material has already been created with the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  There is an attempt to duplicate the entry for the same material in the same sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material already exists in the specified sales organization and distribution channel.
  Verify the existing sales data for the material to confirm that it is indeed already assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Data:
  
  If the material already exists and you need to make changes, use the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM02 for changing material data) to update the existing record instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Create New Entry:
  
  If you intended to create a new entry for a different sales organization or distribution channel, ensure that you are using the correct values that do not already exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on material master data management to ensure compliance with data entry standards.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Replication Issues:
  
  If you are using data replication (e.g., from a central system to a local system), ensure that there are no issues with data synchronization that might cause this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Master Data Governance: Understand the processes and workflows in SAP MDG that govern how material data is created and maintained.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP and how to troubleshoot them effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management or Master Data Governance.