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How To Fix MK003 - Int. posting error: material not consonant with generic matl specified


MK003 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MK - Mass Handling in the Material Master

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Int. posting error: material not consonant with generic matl specified

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  • What causes this issue?

    INCLUDE ERROR OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

    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?

    INCLUDE ERROR1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


MK003 - Details

  • The SAP error message MK003, which states "Int. posting error: material not consonant with generic matl specified," typically occurs during inventory management or material movements when there is a mismatch between the material being processed and the generic material specified in the transaction.
    
    Cause: Generic Material Specification: The error often arises when a generic material is specified in a transaction, but the actual material being processed does not match the characteristics or specifications of that generic material. Material Master Data: There may be inconsistencies or incorrect settings in the material master data, such as the material type, material group, or other attributes that define the material. Transaction Type: The type of transaction being performed (e.g., goods movement, transfer posting) may not be compatible with the material type or the generic material specified.
    Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that define how materials are handled, especially in relation to generic materials.
    Solution: Check Material

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