How To Fix MILL_KONF_IN_PURCH011 - Display not possible, because item has not been configured

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_KONF_IN_PURCH - Messages for Configuration in the Purchase Order

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Display not possible, because item has not been configured

What causes this issue?

You wanted to display the configuration of a configurable material.
However, this item has not been configured yet.

System Response

The system cannot display a configuration that does not exist.

How to fix this error?

Switch to change mode if you want to enter a configuration for this
item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_KONF_IN_PURCH011 - Display not possible, because item has not been configured ?

  The SAP error message "MILL_KONF_IN_PURCH011: Display not possible, because item has not been configured" typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with configurable materials. This error indicates that the system is unable to display the details of a specific item in a purchase order or other purchasing document because the item has not been properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The item in question is a configurable material, and it has not been assigned the necessary configuration data. This could happen if the configuration was not completed during the creation of the purchase order or if the configuration data was lost or not saved properly.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the configurable material may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to display or process the item.
  
  
  Incomplete Sales Order: If the item is linked to a sales order, and the sales order is incomplete or not properly configured, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the item has been configured correctly. You can do this by going to the configuration transaction (usually using transaction code CU50 or similar) and checking if the configuration for the item exists.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data for the configurable material is complete and correct. Check the configuration settings in the material master (transaction code MM03) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  Reconfigure the Item: If the configuration is missing or incorrect, you may need to reconfigure the item. This can be done by creating a new configuration or modifying the existing one.
  
  
  Check Related Documents: If the item is part of a larger document (like a sales order), ensure that all related documents are complete and properly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling configurable materials and related error messages.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  MM03: Display Material
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to configurable materials and purchasing documents that might provide additional insights or solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the purchasing process are trained on how to handle configurable materials and understand the importance of proper configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.