How To Fix PIC01072 - Materials in FFF-class &1 have multiple evaluation class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Materials in FFF-class &1 have multiple evaluation class

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01072 - Materials in FFF-class &1 have multiple evaluation class ?

  The SAP error message PIC01072 indicates that there are materials in the specified FFF (Flexible Forecasting Framework) class that have been assigned multiple evaluation classes. This situation typically arises in the context of materials management and forecasting within SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are classified for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Evaluation Classes: The error occurs when a material is assigned to more than one evaluation class. Evaluation classes are used to categorize materials for various purposes, such as inventory valuation, forecasting, and reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the material master data or in the settings of the FFF class.
  Data Inconsistency: Inconsistent data entries or updates in the material master records can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master records for the materials in question and check the evaluation class assigned to each material.
  Ensure that each material is assigned to only one evaluation class.
  
  
  
  Adjust Evaluation Class:
  
  If a material is found to have multiple evaluation classes, you will need to decide which evaluation class is appropriate and update the material master accordingly.
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review FFF Class Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the FFF class to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it aligns with the evaluation classes assigned to the materials.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the SAP documentation for guidance on setting up FFF classes.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any other potential issues that may be causing this error.
  Use transaction codes like MMR1 or MMR2 to review and correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views in the material master (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) and how evaluation classes are assigned in these views.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and evaluation classes.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PIC01072 error and ensure that your materials are correctly classified within the FFF framework.