How To Fix MK062 - Industry material &1 not supported, only retail materials are allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Industry material &1 not supported, only retail materials are allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MK062 - Industry material &1 not supported, only retail materials are allowed ?

  The SAP error message MK062 indicates that the system is trying to process a material that is classified as an "industry material," but the operation being performed only supports "retail materials." This error typically arises in scenarios where the system expects materials to be of a specific type, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or when performing inventory management tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material in question is defined in the system as an industry material (e.g., material type "ROH" for raw materials) rather than a retail material (e.g., material type "VERP" for retail products).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict certain operations to only allow retail materials.
  Transaction Context: The transaction or process being executed is specifically designed to work with retail materials, and the system is enforcing this restriction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Verify the material type of the affected material. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and checking the material type.
  Change Material Type: If the material should be classified as a retail material, you may need to change its material type. This typically involves creating a new material with the correct type and transferring any necessary data.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to the specific transaction or process. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for industry materials if that is appropriate for your business processes.
  Use Appropriate Transactions: Ensure that you are using the correct transactions that are compatible with the material type you are working with. If you are trying to perform a retail-specific operation, ensure that the materials involved are indeed retail materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material types are defined and managed in SAP is crucial. The material master data includes various views that define how materials are treated in different processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material types and their implications in various business processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.