How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP423 - Enter a material for formula item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Enter a material for formula item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP423 - Enter a material for formula item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP423 Enter a material for formula item &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module, particularly when dealing with recipes or formulas in the context of process industries.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that a material has not been specified for a formula item in a recipe. In SAP, when you create or modify a recipe, each formula item (which can represent ingredients, by-products, etc.) must be associated with a specific material. If this association is missing, the system will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that each formula item in the recipe has a corresponding material assigned to it. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Recipe: Go to the transaction code for managing recipes (e.g., C201 for creating or changing recipes).
  
  
  Locate the Formula Item: Navigate to the specific formula item that is causing the error. The error message will indicate which item (denoted by &1) is missing a material.
  
  
  Assign a Material:
  
  Select the formula item.
  In the relevant field, enter the material number that corresponds to the formula item.
  Ensure that the material is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After assigning the material, save your changes to the recipe.
  
  
  Recheck: If necessary, recheck the recipe to ensure that all formula items have materials assigned.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master: Ensure that the material you are trying to assign is correctly set up in the Material Master (transaction code MM01 for creating materials).
  Recipe Management: Familiarize yourself with the recipe management process in SAP, including how to create and modify recipes, as well as the importance of linking materials to formula items.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to recipes and materials in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing recipes and materials in the PLM module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.