How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP074 - Descriptions for inactive material could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Descriptions for inactive material could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP074 - Descriptions for inactive material could not be read ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP074 indicates that the system is unable to read descriptions for inactive materials. This typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Material: The material in question is marked as inactive in the system. Inactive materials may not have their descriptions readily available for certain operations or views.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or issues with the material master records that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary descriptions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the descriptions of inactive materials.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the MDG or Material Management module may restrict access to inactive materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in question. If it is indeed inactive, consider whether it needs to be reactivated or if the operation being performed can be adjusted to work with active materials.
  Review Data: Check the material master data for completeness and consistency. Ensure that all necessary fields, including descriptions, are filled out correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view inactive materials. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the MDG and Material Management modules to ensure that they allow for the retrieval of descriptions for inactive materials if that is required for your business process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material) or MDG transactions for managing material data.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP074.