How To Fix PPE8301 - Could not determine the color code from the colored &2 &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE8 - Messages From Explosion in iPPE

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Could not determine the color code from the colored &2 &1

What causes this issue?

The system has tried to explode an iPPE product structure for the
colored material &V2&. However, no color code or valid color-neutral
&V2& could be determined from the colored material &V2&

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE8301 - Could not determine the color code from the colored &2 &1 ?

  The SAP error message PPE8301, which states "Could not determine the color code from the colored &2 &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Execution (PP/PE) module, particularly when dealing with variant configuration or color management in production orders or materials.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Color Code: The system is unable to find a valid color code for the specified material or variant. This can happen if the color code is not defined in the material master or if the configuration settings for the material are incomplete.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive the color code from the specified attributes.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing entries in the classification system or issues with the variant configuration.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly maintained, particularly in the area of color attributes.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE8301 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material master for the affected material has the correct color codes defined. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and checking the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, and Plant Data).
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for the material are complete and correct. This includes checking the configuration profile and ensuring that all necessary characteristics (including color) are defined.
  
  
  Maintain Color Codes: If the color code is missing, you may need to create or update the color codes in the system. This can be done through the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to ensure that the color characteristics are properly defined.
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration: If the material is a configurable product, ensure that the variant configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the dependencies and characteristics related to color.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the material and its configuration to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Simulation) to test the configuration.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), CL02 (Change Class), CU50 (Configuration Simulation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPE8301 error in your SAP system.