How To Fix MW735 - Allocation table item & cannot be copied; maintenance status &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 735

• Message text: Allocation table item & cannot be copied; maintenance status &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW735 - Allocation table item & cannot be copied; maintenance status & ?

  The SAP error message MW735 indicates that there is an issue with copying an allocation table item due to its maintenance status. This error typically arises in the context of material management or inventory management when trying to copy allocation data from one item to another.
  Cause:
  The error message MW735 is triggered when:
  
  The allocation table item you are trying to copy has a maintenance status that prevents it from being copied. This could be due to various reasons, such as the item being marked as inactive, locked, or in a status that does not allow modifications.
  The allocation table item may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or archived.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings related to the allocation table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MW735 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Status: 
  
  Review the maintenance status of the allocation table item you are trying to copy. Ensure that it is active and not locked or inactive.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction code (e.g., MM02 for material master) and checking the status of the item.
  
  
  
  Review Allocation Table Settings:
  
  Ensure that the allocation table settings are correctly configured. Check if there are any restrictions or settings that might prevent copying.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that the data related to the allocation table item is consistent and complete. Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the copy operation. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more specific guidance related to the allocation table and the error message.
  
  
  
  Contact 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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02, MM03, or any specific transaction related to allocation tables.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error MW735 in the SAP Support Portal for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW735 error and implement a solution to resolve it.