How To Fix MGV071 - Logistics switch change is not possible. Material has no validity

MGV071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGV - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Logistics switch change is not possible. Material has no validity

What causes this issue?

The logistics switch for the version can only be maintained, if a
validity/change number has been entered.

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?

Enter a change number in the field "Validity" (Validity type PVESCM)

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGV071 - Logistics switch change is not possible. Material has no validity ?

  The SAP error message MGV071, which states "Logistics switch change is not possible. Material has no validity," typically occurs when you attempt to change the logistics switch for a material that does not have a valid period defined for its use in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to change the status of a material in the Material Master or when attempting to perform certain transactions that require the material to be valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Validity: The material in question does not have a defined validity period. This means that the material is either not active or has not been set up correctly in the system.
  Logistics Switch: The logistics switch is a setting that controls various logistics functions for a material. If the material is not valid, the system will not allow changes to this switch.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master