How To Fix MU020 - The material &1 is used in a product catalog; only display possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The material &1 is used in a product catalog; only display possible

What causes this issue?

You wanted to change or delete the components of material &V1&.
However, this is not possible because the material is a
<DS:GLOS.3526BBD7AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>structured material</> that
is used in a <DS:GLOS.3526BBE8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>product catalog
</>.

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?

Create a new structured material containing the required components.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU020 - The material &1 is used in a product catalog; only display possible ?

  The SAP error message MU020 indicates that the material you are trying to modify or delete is currently being used in a product catalog. This means that the system has restrictions in place to prevent changes to materials that are actively referenced in catalogs, as doing so could lead to inconsistencies or errors in the catalog data.
  Cause:
  
  The material (&1) is linked to a product catalog, which means it is part of a structured list of products that may be used for sales, marketing, or inventory purposes.
  The system is designed to protect the integrity of the product catalog by preventing modifications to materials that are currently in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Display Mode: Since the error message indicates that only display is possible, you can view the material details but cannot make changes. If you need to make changes, you will have to follow the steps below.
  
  
  Check Catalog Usage:
  
  Identify the product catalog(s) where the material is being used. You can do this by navigating to the relevant product catalog transaction in SAP and checking the entries.
  
  
  
  Remove Material from Catalog:
  
  If you need to modify or delete the material, you will first need to remove it from the product catalog. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the product catalog.
  Locating the material in the catalog.
  Removing or deactivating the material from the catalog.
  
  
  
  
  
  Make Changes:
  
  Once the material is no longer linked to the product catalog, you can proceed to make the necessary changes (e.g., updating details, deleting the material).
  
  
  
  Re-add Material:
  
  If needed, after making the changes, you can re-add the material to the product catalog.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MC84 (Product Catalog Management)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify product catalogs and materials.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing product catalogs and materials.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the implications of removing a material from a catalog, consult with your team or a supervisor to ensure that it aligns with business processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MU020 error and manage your materials effectively within SAP.