How To Fix MG143 - Maintenance status & not processed since not fully transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Maintenance status & not processed since not fully transferred

What causes this issue?

If the indicator <LS>Check required fields</> is not set when you
transfer data by <DS:GLOS.direct_input>direct input</> or when you
distribute data by <DS:GLOS.Application_Link_Enabling>application link
enabling</> (ALE), certain <DS:GLOS.maintenance_status>maintenance
statuses</> are not fully processed in create mode if not all required
fields contain entries. For more information, see the
<DS:DE.MD_MUSS_S>documentation</> for this indicator.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG143 - Maintenance status & not processed since not fully transferred ?

  The SAP error message MG143, which states "Maintenance status & not processed since not fully transferred," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material master data. This error indicates that a material's maintenance status is preventing it from being processed in certain transactions, often due to incomplete data transfer or configuration issues.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data Transfer: The material master data may not have been fully transferred or updated in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Maintenance Status: The material may have a specific maintenance status that restricts its use in certain transactions. This could be due to settings in the material master or related configuration.
  Locking Issues: The material might be locked for editing or processing due to ongoing transactions or user locks.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material type or the plant settings that affect the material's status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the maintenance status of the material.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the data is complete.
  
  
  
  Review Transfer Status:
  
  If the material was recently created or modified, check the transfer status to ensure that all necessary data has been successfully transferred.
  You can use transaction code MM02 to make any necessary updates.
  
  
  
  Change Maintenance Status:
  
  If the maintenance status is set to a value that restricts processing, you may need to change it. This can be done in the material master record.
  Ensure that the status is appropriate for the intended transactions.
  
  
  
  Unlock Material:
  
  If the material is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the locking issue.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the material type and plant to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM01 (Create Material).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and maintenance statuses.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions on the material master.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.