How To Fix MW334 - Indicator PRE_SUF not filled (correctly)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 334

• Message text: Indicator PRE_SUF not filled (correctly)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW334 - Indicator PRE_SUF not filled (correctly) ?

  The SAP error message MW334, which states "Indicator PRE_SUF not filled (correctly)," typically occurs in the context of material master data or inventory management. This error indicates that the system expects a specific indicator (PRE_SUF) to be filled out, but it is either missing or incorrectly filled.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The PRE_SUF indicator, which is used to determine whether a material is a prefix or suffix in certain contexts, has not been filled in the material master or relevant configuration.
  Incorrect Data: The value entered for the PRE_SUF indicator does not meet the expected format or criteria defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to material types or inventory management that affect how the PRE_SUF indicator is processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales) to ensure that the PRE_SUF indicator is filled correctly.
  If it is missing, fill it in with the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SPRO (Customizing) related to material types and inventory management. Ensure that the settings for the PRE_SUF indicator are correctly defined.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to verify that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, WM) to understand the expected values for the PRE_SUF indicator.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur. This could involve creating or changing a material or processing an inventory transaction.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to the MW334 error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the MW334 error in your SAP system.