How To Fix MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT002 - Enter commodity code for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT - error message class for commodity weights

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter commodity code for item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT002 - Enter commodity code for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT002 indicates that a commodity code is required for a specific item in a purchasing document (like a purchase order or a purchase requisition) but has not been provided. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with international trade or specific regulatory requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Commodity Code: The primary cause of this error is that the item in question does not have an associated commodity code. Commodity codes are often required for customs and trade compliance, especially for international transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require commodity codes for certain materials or purchasing documents.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the commodity code when creating or modifying the purchasing document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Commodity Code: 
  
  Navigate to the purchasing document (e.g., purchase order or requisition) where the error occurred.
  Locate the item that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Enter the appropriate commodity code in the relevant field. This code should correspond to the material being procured and comply with any applicable regulations.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Ensure that the material master record for the item includes a commodity code. You can do this by going to the material master data and checking the relevant views (e.g., purchasing view).
  If the commodity code is missing, you can add it directly in the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the requirement for commodity codes is not appropriate for your business processes, you may need to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team to adjust the settings related to commodity codes.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users involved in the procurement process are trained on the importance of commodity codes and how to enter them correctly.
  Provide documentation or guidelines on how to find and enter the correct commodity codes for different materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Commodity Codes: These are standardized codes used to classify goods for customs purposes. They are often based on international standards such as the Harmonized System (HS) codes.
  Customs Compliance: In many countries, providing accurate commodity codes is essential for customs declarations and compliance with trade regulations.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing commodity codes and related settings in the system.
  
  By addressing the missing commodity code and ensuring proper data entry and configuration, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_COMMODITY_WT002 error effectively.