How To Fix MM122 - Material & is a material group reference material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Material & is a material group reference material

What causes this issue?

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

Please check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM122 - Material & is a material group reference material ?

  The SAP error message MM122 indicates that the material you are trying to work with is a reference material for a material group. This typically occurs in the context of material master data management, particularly when you are attempting to perform certain operations (like creating or changing a material) that are not allowed for reference materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reference Material: The material in question is defined as a reference material, which means it is used as a template for creating other materials within a specific material group.
  Restrictions on Operations: Certain operations (like changing certain fields or deleting the material) are restricted for reference materials to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Verify if the material is indeed a reference material. You can do this by checking the material master data in the SAP system.
  Use the Correct Material: If you need to create or modify a material, ensure you are using a standard