How To Fix MH070 - First maintain the generic material for the views required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 070

• Message text: First maintain the generic material for the views required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH070 - First maintain the generic material for the views required ?

  The SAP error message MH070, "First maintain the generic material for the views required," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material in SAP without first defining a generic material. This error is common in scenarios where materials are managed in a variant configuration or when using generic materials for production.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system requires a generic material to be defined before you can create or maintain specific views for a material. This is particularly relevant in the context of variant configuration, where a generic material serves as a template for specific variants.
  Solution:
  To resolve the MH070 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create a Generic Material:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Select the appropriate material type that supports generic materials (e.g., FERT for finished goods).
  Enter the necessary data for the generic material, including basic data, purchasing, and sales views as required.
  Save the generic material.
  
  
  
  Maintain Views for the Generic Material:
  
  After creating the generic material, you can now proceed to maintain the specific views for the material you were initially trying to create or modify.
  Use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to add or modify the required views for the specific material.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that your system configuration allows for the use of generic materials. This may involve checking settings in the variant configuration or material management settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific views required or the process for creating generic materials, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Understand the different material types in SAP and their implications for generic materials.
  Variant Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how variant configuration works in SAP, as it often involves the use of generic materials.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and maintain materials in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MH070 error and successfully maintain the required material views in SAP.