How To Fix MG173 - The material memo cannot be transferred

MG173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 173

• Message text: The material memo cannot be transferred

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a plant when transferring data.

System Response

The material memo cannot therefore be transferred.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a plant so that the data can be transferred for the
material memo.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG173 - The material memo cannot be transferred ?

  The SAP error message MG173, which states "The material memo cannot be transferred," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory processes. This error can arise during various transactions, such as when trying to transfer material documents or when processing inventory adjustments.
  Causes of Error MG173
  
  
  Incomplete or Incorrect Data: The material memo may not have all the required fields filled out correctly, or there may be inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the transfer of the material memo.
  
  
  Material Status: The material in question may be blocked or have a status that prevents it from being transferred.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, affecting the transfer process.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type associated with the material memo may not be valid for the transfer operation.
  
  
  Solutions to Error MG173
  
  
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