How To Fix MM121 - Material & is a generic material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Material & is a generic material

What causes this issue?

You wanted to perform a function using a material with the material
category "generic material". However, this function is not allowed for
generic materials.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM121 - Material & is a generic material ?

  The SAP error message MM121 indicates that the material in question is classified as a "generic material." This typically occurs in the context of materials management (MM) when you are trying to perform an operation that is not allowed for generic materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Generic Material Definition: In SAP, a generic material is a material that does not have a specific material number assigned to it. Instead, it is used as a placeholder for a group of similar materials. This is often used in industries where materials are interchangeable or when the exact specifications are not known at the time of procurement.
  Transaction Limitations: Certain transactions or operations (like creating purchase orders, stock movements, etc.) may not be allowed for generic materials because they lack specific attributes or data that are required for those transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Specific Material: If you need to perform a transaction that is not allowed for generic materials, you should use