How To Fix MM052 - Materials that use a &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Materials that use a &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM052 - Materials that use a & ?

  The SAP error message MM052 typically indicates that there is an issue with the material master data, specifically related to the use of a special character (in this case, the ampersand "&") in the material number or description. This can lead to problems in various transactions and processes within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Special Character in Material Number/Description: The ampersand "&" is not allowed in certain fields of the material master data. This can occur if the material number or description has been incorrectly entered or imported with special characters.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external system or through a batch input session, special characters may not be handled correctly, leading to this error.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict the use of special characters in material numbers or descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data (transaction code MM03) and check the material number and description for any special characters, particularly the ampersand "&".
  If found, modify the material number or description to remove the special character.
  
  
  
  Data Import Review:
  
  If the error occurred during a data import, review the source data for any special characters and clean it up before re-importing.
  Ensure that any data mapping or transformation processes correctly handle special characters.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review any settings that may restrict the use of special characters in material numbers or descriptions.
  Adjust the configuration if necessary, but be cautious as this may have broader implications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the material creation or modification process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding material master data management to understand the allowed characters and best practices.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in material master data entry are trained on the correct formats and restrictions for material numbers and descriptions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.