How To Fix QM136 - You cannot enter a service material for order type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 136

• Message text: You cannot enter a service material for order type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM136 - You cannot enter a service material for order type &1 ?

  The SAP error message QM136, which states "You cannot enter a service material for order type &1," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or Production Planning (PP) when trying to assign a service material to a specific order type that does not allow for service materials.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type Restrictions: The order type you are trying to use does not permit service materials. Service materials are typically used for service-related processes, and certain order types (like production orders) are designed to handle physical goods rather than services.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the service material may not be configured correctly, or the order type may not be set up to accept service materials.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for the use of service materials with the specified order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the order type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to allow service materials if that is the intended use. This can be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning or Quality Management).
  Use Appropriate Order Type: If the order type you are using does not support service materials, consider using a different order type that does. For example, service orders or maintenance orders may be more appropriate for service materials.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the service material to ensure it is correctly defined and that it is marked as a service material. You can do this by navigating to the material master record and reviewing the relevant views.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the order types and their allowed material types.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), CO02 (Change Production Order), or IW31 (Create Maintenance Order) to check or modify relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of order types and service materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.