How To Fix PIC01044 - Material &1 has already been assigned. Please enter a new FFF class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Material &1 has already been assigned. Please enter a new FFF class

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& has already been assigned to an
<DS:GLOS.3607AFB8AECD4ABAE10000009B38F9B8>FFF class</> for
inventory-managed manufacturer parts.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check, and if necessary correct, the entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01044 - Material &1 has already been assigned. Please enter a new FFF class ?

  The SAP error message PIC01044 indicates that the material you are trying to assign to a specific classification (FFF class) has already been assigned to that class. This typically occurs in the context of classifying materials in the SAP system, particularly when using the classification system for materials in SAP's Material Management (MM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The material is already assigned to the specified class, and SAP does not allow multiple assignments to the same class for the same material.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an attempt to reassign the same material to the same class without realizing it was already assigned.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent duplicate entries for classification.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the material is already assigned to the class.
  Review the classification data for the material to confirm its current assignments.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Class: 
  
  If you need to classify the material differently, consider using a different FFF class that is appropriate for the material.
  
  
  
  Remove Existing Assignment: 
  
  If the existing assignment is no longer valid, you can remove it using transaction CL02. However, ensure that this action is in line with your organization's data management policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding material classification to ensure compliance with your organization's standards.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you believe this is an error or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and MM01 (Create Material) for managing classifications.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to classification errors.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material classifications in the SAP system.
  Training: If you frequently encounter classification issues, consider additional training on SAP classification and material management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage material classifications effectively in SAP.