How To Fix MU056 - The material &1 is not a generic material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 056

• Message text: The material &1 is not a generic material

What causes this issue?

You are processing a prepack. However, the components must be
<DS:GLOS.3526BC85AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>variants</> of
<DS:GLOS.3526BC6EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>generic materials</>
belonging to the same material group. The material &V1& is not a
generic material.

System Response

The material cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Enter a generic material. The system will then display a list of
variants. You can process or select the variants required from this
list.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU056 - The material &1 is not a generic material ?

  The SAP error message MU056 indicates that the material you are trying to use is not defined as a generic material in the system. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving batch management, where the system expects a generic material but finds a specific material instead.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material you are trying to use is not set up as a generic material in the material master. Generic materials are used in scenarios where multiple variants of a product exist, and they allow for the management of these variants under a single umbrella.
  Configuration Issues: The material may not have been properly configured in the system to be recognized as a generic material.
  Batch Management: If you are working with batch-managed materials, the system may require that the material be defined as generic to allow for batch differentiation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the material type and settings.
  Ensure that the material is set up as a generic material if that is required for your process.
  
  
  
  Create or Change Material:
  
  If the material is not a generic material and needs to be, you may need to create a new generic material or change the existing material type.
  Use transaction code MM01 to create a new material or MM02 to change an existing one. Make sure to select the appropriate material type that supports generic materials.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or the implications of changing a material type, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Management Settings:
  
  If batch management is involved, ensure that the settings for batch management are correctly configured for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Familiarize yourself with the different material types in SAP and their characteristics. Some material types are specifically designed to handle generic materials.
  Batch Management: Understand how batch management works in SAP and the requirements for materials that are managed in batches.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and batch management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MU056 error and ensure that your materials are correctly configured in SAP.