How To Fix MM054 - Materials where &1 is used as &3 in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Materials where &1 is used as &3 in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM054 - Materials where &1 is used as &3 in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message MM054 indicates that there is an issue with the material master data in the context of a specific plant. The message typically reads: "Materials where &1 is used as &3 in plant &2." This error usually arises when there is an inconsistency or conflict in the material data, particularly when a material is being referenced in a way that is not allowed or expected in the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Conflict: The material may be assigned a type that is not compatible with the operation being performed (e.g., trying to use a non-stock material in a stock-related transaction).
  Plant-Specific Data Missing: The material may not have been properly set up for the specified plant, meaning that the necessary plant-specific data (like purchasing, sales, or storage information) is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the material master settings or in the plant settings that lead to this error.
  Usage in Transactions: The material might be used in a transaction that is not valid for its current status or type in the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that the material is correctly set up for the specified plant. Ensure that all necessary views (like Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are maintained.
  Review Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the intended use in the plant. If necessary, change the material type or create a new material with the correct type.
  Plant-Specific Settings: Check if the material has been extended to the plant in question. If not, you may need to extend the material to the plant using transaction code MM01.
  Transaction Context: Review the transaction you are trying to perform and ensure that it is valid for the material type and status in the specified plant.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to material types and plant-specific configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for material management to understand the implications of material types and plant-specific data.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.