How To Fix MH252 - Matl &, unit &, layout mod. &, version &: Excl. in basic var. not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Matl &, unit &, layout mod. &, version &: Excl. in basic var. not allowed

What causes this issue?

You have set the indicator for excluding the material in a basic
variant of the assignment of the material to a layout module. This is
allowed only in layout module variants.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH252 - Matl &, unit &, layout mod. &, version &: Excl. in basic var. not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MH252, which states "Matl &, unit &, layout mod. &, version &: Excl. in basic var. not allowed," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when there is an issue with the configuration of a material or its associated data.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Exclusion in Basic Variant: The material or configuration you are trying to use is marked as excluded in the basic variant. This means that the system does not allow the use of this material or configuration in the current context.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The layout or version you are trying to use may not be compatible with the material or unit of measure specified.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master or related configuration data.
  
  
  Version Control: The version of the material or layout may not be active or may have been set to inactive.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify the settings for the material in question. Ensure that the material is not marked as excluded in the basic variant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the layout and version. Ensure that they are correctly set up and compatible with the material.
  
  
  
  Check Basic Variant Settings:
  
  If you are using a basic variant, review its settings to ensure that the material and layout are included. You may need to adjust the settings to allow the material to be used.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They may have access to additional tools or logs that can help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that address specific issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and possibly others related to configuration and variant management.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and configuration settings.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.