How To Fix ME324 - Material & has status "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Material & has status "&"

What causes this issue?

The <GL:material_status>material status</> of the
<GL:material_master_record>material master record</> you entered does
not allow for external orders.

How to fix this error?

You can continue your current processing.
Check that the material status in the purchasing data of the material
master record is correct.
If you have the appropriate authorization, you can change the material
status in the purchasing data of the material master record. If you do
not, contact the person responsible for material master record
maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME324 - Material & has status "&" ?

  The SAP error message ME324, which states "Material & has status '&'", typically indicates that the material in question has a status that prevents certain operations from being performed. The status could be related to various factors, such as the material being blocked for procurement, being marked for deletion, or being inactive.
  Causes:
  
  Blocked for Procurement: The material may be blocked for purchasing or procurement activities.
  Marked for Deletion: The material might be flagged as obsolete or marked for deletion in the system.
  Inactive Status: The material could be inactive, meaning it cannot be used in transactions.
  Quality Inspection: The material may be under quality inspection, preventing further processing.
  Status Configuration: The material status might be configured in a way that restricts its use in certain transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the status of the material. Look for any flags or indicators that might explain the restriction.
  Change Material Status: If the material is blocked or marked for deletion, you may need to change its status. This can be done in the material master record (transaction code MM02) if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Consult with a Material Management Specialist: If you are unsure about changing the status, consult with a colleague or a specialist in material management to understand the implications of changing the status.
  Review Quality Inspection: If the material is under quality inspection, check the quality management module to see if the inspection can be completed or if the material can be released for use.
  Check Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the material management module to ensure that the material status settings are appropriate.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and change material statuses.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material statuses and their implications.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these aspects, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP notes for any known issues related to this error message.