How To Fix MPN008 - Consignment and MPN mat. only possible in case of info recs. for IM mat.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN - System Messages re Manufacturer Part Number Management

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Consignment and MPN mat. only possible in case of info recs. for IM mat.

What causes this issue?

Procurement on a consignment basis with
<DS:GLOS.3526C020AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>MPN materials</> is only
possible if the info record for the firm's own, inventory-managed
material is maintained. Only then can valuation take place at the time
of goods issue.

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?

Work with the inventory-managed material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN008 - Consignment and MPN mat. only possible in case of info recs. for IM mat. ?

  The SAP error message MPN008 typically occurs in the context of materials management, specifically when dealing with consignment stock and info records for materials. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a consignment material (MPN - Manufacturer Part Number) that is only possible in conjunction with info records for inventory management (IM) materials.
  Cause:
  The error arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Material Type: The material you are trying to process is not set up correctly as a consignment material or does not have the necessary info records associated with it.
  Missing Info Records: There may be a lack of info records for the material in question, which are required for processing consignment stock.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not support the processing of consignment materials in the way you are attempting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPN008 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material is correctly defined as a consignment material in the material master. You can do this by checking the material type and the relevant views (e.g., purchasing view).
  
  
  
  Create or Update Info Records:
  
  Verify if there are existing info records for the material. If not, create a new info record for the consignment material. Make sure that the info record is linked to the correct vendor and contains the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to consignment stock and info records. Ensure that the settings allow for the processing of consignment materials as intended.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling consignment materials and info records.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), ME11 (Create Info Record), and ME12 (Change Info Record) to manage material and info record data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials and info records in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.