How To Fix MU086 - Material &1 is not allowed as a component (material status &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Material &1 is not allowed as a component (material status &2)

What causes this issue?

You want to add material &V1& to the component list for a structured
material. This is not, however, possible as the <DS:DE.MSTAE>material
status</> &V2& that is assigned to the material cannot be used in
<DS:DE.DSTLP>bill of material items</>.

System Response

The material cannot be added to the component list.

How to fix this error?

If the material is to be added to the component list, you must:
Assign a different material status to the material or remove any
existing assignment to a particular material status.
Change the Customizing settings for the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMS4>material status</> (if only the material
status has been incorrectly configured).
If only a warning is display, you can continue by confirming the
warning message. Do this by pressing "Enter".

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 MU086 - Material &1 is not allowed as a component (material status &2) ?

  The SAP error message MU086 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) is not allowed to be used as a component in a bill of materials (BOM) or in production due to its material status (denoted as &2). This typically occurs when the material has been flagged with a status that restricts its use in certain processes, such as production or procurement.
  Causes:
  
  
  Material Status: The material has a status that restricts its use. Common statuses include:
  
  Blocked for procurement
  Blocked for production
  Blocked for sales
  Quality inspection required
  Obsolete
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The material may not be properly configured in the system, leading to restrictions on its use.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to use the material in the specified context.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the material status in the Basic Data or Purchasing views.
  If the material is blocked or has a status that restricts its use, you may need to change the status to allow its use.
  
  
  
  Change Material Status:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can change the material status using transaction code MM02. Ensure that the new status allows the material to be used in the desired context.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the material status, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for material management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Configuration:
  
  If the material is part of a BOM, ensure that the BOM is correctly configured and that the material is intended to be used as a component.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the material in the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material statuses work in SAP is crucial. The material master data includes various views that define how a material can be used in different processes.
  BOM Management: Familiarity with BOM management and how components are defined and used in production can help in troubleshooting issues related to material usage.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material statuses and their implications on material usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MU086 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.