How To Fix MILL_SD181 - Item &1 is not configured

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_SD - Messages from Sales

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Item &1 is not configured

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_SD181 - Item &1 is not configured ?

  The SAP error message MILL_SD181, which states "Item &1 is not configured," typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) or Material Management (MM) modules when a specific item or material is not properly set up in the system. This can happen for various reasons, including missing configuration settings, incorrect item types, or issues with the material master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item may not be configured in the system for the specific sales area, plant, or other relevant organizational units.
  Incorrect Item Type: The item may not be of the correct type that is expected in the transaction (e.g., it might be a non-stock item when a stock item is required).
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may be incomplete or missing essential data, such as sales views or purchasing views.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not be compatible with the item type or configuration.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The item may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that all necessary views (especially sales and purchasing views) are maintained.
  Ensure that the item is assigned to the correct sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction (Customizing) to ensure that the item is configured correctly for the relevant sales area.
  Verify that the item category and sales document type are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Validate Item Type:
  
  Ensure that the item type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to execute. If necessary, change the item type or use a different item that is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the sales document type being used is compatible with the item. You may need to adjust the configuration or use a different document type.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the MILL_SD181 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Sales and Distribution and Material Management for more detailed information on item configuration and master data management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.