How To Fix MM031 - & is already a follow-up material in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 031

• Message text: & is already a follow-up material in plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM031 - & is already a follow-up material in plant & ?

  The SAP error message MM031 typically indicates that there is an issue with the material master data, specifically related to the follow-up material in a particular plant. The error message usually states something like "Material & is already a follow-up material in plant &."
  Cause:
  
  Follow-Up Material: The material you are trying to create or modify is already designated as a follow-up material for another material in the specified plant. This means that the system recognizes it as a successor or related material to another existing material.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as trying to create a new material that should not be a follow-up material or using an incorrect material number.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the material master that are causing this error, particularly in the context of how follow-up materials are defined in your SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the material in question. Use transaction code MM03 to display the material and check if it is indeed set as a follow-up material.
  Review Follow-Up Material Settings: If you are trying to create a new material, ensure that it is not already defined as a follow-up material for another existing material. You can check this in the material master under the relevant views.
  Change Material Type: If the material should not be a follow-up material, you may need to change its type or settings. This can be done using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure you are familiar with the relevant views in the material master that pertain to the follow-up material settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management and follow-up materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MM031 error and implement a solution to resolve it.