How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT013 - Value of mode must be "I" (Insert) for reference material

/PLMI/BO_MAT013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Value of mode must be "I" (Insert) for reference material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT013 - Value of mode must be "I" (Insert) for reference material ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT013 Value of mode must be "I" (Insert) for reference material typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a reference material in the SAP system, and the system expects the operation mode to be set to "Insert" (I). This error indicates that the operation you are attempting is not being recognized as an insert operation, which is required for creating new reference materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Mode Setting: The mode parameter in the function or transaction you are using is not set to "I" (Insert). This could happen if you are trying to update an existing record or if the mode is incorrectly configured in the program or transaction.
  Transaction Context: You might be in a context where the system expects a different operation (like update or delete) instead of insert.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, they might