How To Fix MG032 - Material master maintenance not possible (KSTATUS is blank)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Material master maintenance not possible (KSTATUS is blank)

What causes this issue?

This error should not occur. The entries in system table T130O are
incorrect.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG032 - Material master maintenance not possible (KSTATUS is blank) ?

  The SAP error message MG032 ("Material master maintenance not possible (KSTATUS is blank)") typically occurs when there is an issue with the status of the material master record, particularly in the context of the accounting view. The "KSTATUS" refers to the accounting status of the material, and if it is blank, it indicates that the system cannot determine the status of the material for accounting purposes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Accounting Data: The material master record may not have been fully maintained, particularly in the accounting views.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not allow for certain operations if the accounting status is not set.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that prevent the system from determining the accounting status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the material master data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the accounting views are properly maintained.
  Ensure that all required fields in the accounting view are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Update the Material:
  
  If the material master is incomplete, consider recreating the material or updating the existing record to ensure all necessary data is present.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the material type in the Customizing settings (transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the material type allows for the necessary accounting views.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the material master data. This can be done through transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Material Change Documents
  MM06: Flag Material for Deletion
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the accounting view (view 1) is properly maintained, as this is crucial for the KSTATUS to be set correctly.
  
  
  Customizing Settings: Review the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Material Types to ensure that the material types are configured correctly.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MG032 error message in SAP.