How To Fix NSDM_MM_MIG017 - &1: material &2 record with initial LFGJA and quantities skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NSDM_MM_MIG - MM-IM: Messages for Migration

• Message number: 017

• Message text: &1: material &2 record with initial LFGJA and quantities skipped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NSDM_MM_MIG017 - &1: material &2 record with initial LFGJA and quantities skipped ?

  The SAP error message NSDM_MM_MIG017 typically occurs during the migration of material master data, particularly when dealing with the initial stock (LFGJA) and quantities. This error indicates that there are issues with the material records that are being processed, specifically that certain records are being skipped due to problems with the initial stock data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Initial Stock Data: The error often arises when the initial stock data for a material is not properly defined or is missing. This can happen if the material does not have any stock recorded in the system or if the stock data is not correctly formatted.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the material master setup, such as incorrect valuation classes or missing mandatory fields.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as discrepancies between the material master and the stock data.
  
  
  Migration Tool Issues: If you are using a migration tool (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), there may be issues with the mapping or transformation of data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master records for the affected materials are complete and accurate. Ensure that all required fields are filled out, especially those related to stock and valuation.
  
  
  Review Initial Stock Data: Ensure that the initial stock data (LFGJA) is correctly defined for the materials in question. This includes checking that the stock quantities are correctly entered and that they correspond to the material master records.
  
  
  Data Validation: Use data validation tools or reports in SAP to check for inconsistencies or missing data in the material master and stock records.
  
  
  Adjust Migration Settings: If you are using a migration tool, review the mapping and transformation settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to handle the initial stock data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues related to the error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test migration with a small set of data to ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with a full migration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Migration Cockpit: If using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, review the documentation for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for additional assistance if the issue persists.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring that the data is complete and accurate, you should be able to resolve the NSDM_MM_MIG017 error and successfully migrate your material records.