How To Fix MH062 - The source list can be maintained only with the plant specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 062

• Message text: The source list can be maintained only with the plant specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH062 - The source list can be maintained only with the plant specified ?

  The SAP error message MH062, "The source list can be maintained only with the plant specified," typically occurs when you are trying to maintain a source list for a material without specifying a plant. The source list in SAP is used to manage the procurement of materials and is plant-specific, meaning that each plant can have its own source list for the same material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Plant Specification: The most common cause of this error is that the plant field is not filled in when you are trying to create or change the source list for a material.
  Incorrect Transaction: You might be using a transaction that does not allow for the maintenance of source lists without specifying a plant.
  Material Not Assigned to Plant: The material you are trying to maintain may not be assigned to the specified plant in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Specify the Plant: Ensure that you are entering the plant in the relevant field when trying to maintain the source list. The plant is a mandatory field for source list maintenance.
  
  
  Check Transaction Code: Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for maintaining the source list. The typical transaction code for maintaining source lists is ME01 (Create), ME02 (Change), or ME03 (Display).
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data: Check the material master data to ensure that the material is correctly assigned to the plant. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and verify its plant assignment.
  
  
  Use the Correct View: When maintaining the source list, ensure you are in the correct view that allows for plant-specific entries.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain source lists for the specified plant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Source List: The source list is a key component in the procurement process in SAP, allowing users to define which vendors can supply a material and under what conditions.
  Material Master: The material master contains all the information a company needs to manage a material, including its specifications, procurement data, and plant-specific data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME01, ME02, ME03, and MM03 for managing source lists and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MH062 error and successfully maintain the source list for the specified material and plant.