How To Fix MU083 - Material &1 is not a prepack material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Material &1 is not a prepack material

What causes this issue?

Material &V2& should be assigned to material &V1& as superior
<DS:DE.WSTR_SATNR_PP>generic material</>. This is not, however, possible
as material &V1& is not a prepack material.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_CHECK

Procedure for System Administrators

You tried to post incorrect data. Contact SAP support or correct the
program logic if the error has occurred in a customer-specific program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU083 - Material &1 is not a prepack material ?

  The SAP error message MU083 indicates that the material you are trying to work with is not defined as a prepack material in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or when dealing with materials that are supposed to be handled as prepackaged items.
  Cause:
  
  Material Master Configuration: The material in question is not set up correctly in the Material Master. Specifically, it may not have the necessary settings to be recognized as a prepack material.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction you are trying to execute may require the material to be a prepack, but the material is not configured as such.
  Missing Data: There may be missing data in the material master record that is required for it to be classified as a prepack.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check the settings for the material in question.
  Ensure that the material type and other relevant fields are correctly configured to allow for prepack handling.
  
  
  
  Define Prepack Material:
  
  If the material should be a prepack, you may need to change its configuration. This can involve:
  
  Setting the appropriate flags in the material master.
  Ensuring that the prepack quantity and packaging information are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on how to set up prepack materials. This may provide specific steps or requirements that need to be fulfilled.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP have different characteristics and settings. Ensure that the material type you are using supports prepack functionality.
  Packaging Information: Prepack materials often require specific packaging information, such as dimensions, weight, and quantity per package.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on configuring prepack materials.
  
  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.