How To Fix MFLE_TOOLS027 - Update of the table MATERIALID with MATNR_LONG failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MFLE_TOOLS - Msg Type for MFLE_TOOLS

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Update of the table MATERIALID with MATNR_LONG failed

What causes this issue?

Creation of the MATNR_LONG failed.

System Response

XPRA processing stopped.

How to fix this error?

Please contact SAP for further assistance. The table MATERIALID cannot
be filled with MATNR_LONG. Further processing not possible.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MFLE_TOOLS027 - Update of the table MATERIALID with MATNR_LONG failed ?

  The SAP error message MFLE_TOOLS027 indicates that there was a failure in updating the table MATERIALID with the field MATNR_LONG. This error typically occurs during the process of updating or migrating material master data, particularly when dealing with long material numbers.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may not meet the integrity constraints of the MATERIALID table. This could include issues such as:
  
  Invalid or missing values for required fields.
  Data type mismatches (e.g., trying to insert a string into a numeric field).
  Duplicates or conflicts with existing records.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the data being processed. This could include:
  
  Incorrect settings for material number ranges.
  Issues with the configuration of the material master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to perform the update may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the MATERIALID table.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues such as:
  
  Database locks or contention.
  Problems with the database connection or performance.
  
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the data being processed to ensure that it meets all integrity constraints. Validate that all required fields are populated and that there are no duplicates.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to material numbers in the SAP system. Ensure that the number ranges and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Database Monitoring: Monitor the database for locks or performance issues. If there are locks, you may need to resolve them before attempting the update again.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Testing: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without impacting production data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management and error handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.