How To Fix PIC01079 - Materials in an FFF class must have the same condition code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Materials in an FFF class must have the same condition code

What causes this issue?

All materials in an FFF class must have the same condition code: If the
<DS:DE.RESFFF>Restricted Interchangeability Only Between FFF Classes</>
indicator is set, an entry is generated for each FFF class only and not
for every material number when you save the database.

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?

Correct the entry for the condition code and ensure that all materials
in an FFF class have the same condition code.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01079 - Materials in an FFF class must have the same condition code ?

  The SAP error message PIC01079 indicates that materials in a Flexible Formulation (FFF) class must have the same condition code. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a formulation that includes multiple materials, but those materials have different condition codes assigned to them.
  Cause:
  
  Different Condition Codes: The materials included in the FFF class have different condition codes. Condition codes are used to define the status or quality of materials, and they must be consistent across all materials in a formulation.
  Incorrect Material Configuration: The materials may not have been set up correctly in the system, leading to inconsistencies in their condition codes.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been mistakes during data entry or material master maintenance that resulted in different condition codes being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Condition Codes: Review the condition codes assigned to each material in the FFF class. You can do this by navigating to the material master data in SAP and checking the relevant fields.
  Standardize Condition Codes: Ensure that all materials in the FFF class have the same condition code. You may need to change the condition code of one or more materials to match the others.
  Update Material Master: If you find discrepancies, update the material master records to ensure that all materials have the same condition code.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on managing materials and formulations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Test Changes: After making the necessary changes, attempt to create or modify the formulation again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how to navigate and edit material master data in SAP is crucial for resolving this error.
  Flexible Formulation (FFF): Familiarize yourself with the concept of Flexible Formulation in SAP, including how it is used in production and planning processes.
  Condition Codes: Learn about the purpose of condition codes in SAP and how they affect material management and production processes.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for additional troubleshooting guidance.
  
  By ensuring that all materials in the FFF class have the same condition code, you should be able to resolve the PIC01079 error and proceed with your formulation tasks.