How To Fix MH086 - The matrix for defining variants could not be called up

MH086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 086

• Message text: The matrix for defining variants could not be called up

What causes this issue?

The classification data, which is necessary to display the variants of
the generic material in the matrix, does not exist. This means that the
classification data on the variants is inconsistent. This error should
normally never occur.

System Response

Since the variants can no longer be displayed in the matrix, no new
variants can be created.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to contact SAP so that the precise cause
of the data inconsistency can be established and eliminated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH086 - The matrix for defining variants could not be called up ?

  The SAP error message MH086, which states "The matrix for defining variants could not be called up," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the configuration matrix that is necessary for defining product variants.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration Profile: The configuration profile for the material may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to issues in accessing the configuration matrix.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration matrix.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the matrix from being accessed.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check if the configuration profile is