How To Fix REFX_CN073 - Material &1 cannot be used in Material Group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REFX_CN - Messages for China Localization Function

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Material &1 cannot be used in Material Group &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REFX_CN073 - Material &1 cannot be used in Material Group &2 ?

  The SAP error message REFX_CN073 indicates that a specific material (denoted by &1) cannot be used in a particular material group (denoted by &2). This error typically arises in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (REFX) when trying to assign a material to a material group that does not allow it.
  Cause:
  
  Material Group Restrictions: The material group may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent certain materials from being assigned to it. This could be due to configuration settings in the material group that limit the types of materials that can be included.
  Material Status: The material itself may have a status that restricts its use in certain contexts, such as being inactive or blocked.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that need to be addressed, such as missing links between the material and the material group.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Group Settings: Review the settings of the material group to ensure that it is configured to accept the type of material you are trying to assign. You can do this by navigating to the material group configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Material Status: Check the status of the material in question. Ensure that it is active and not blocked for use in the desired context.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration guides for REFX to understand the specific requirements for material groups and the types of materials they can contain.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration of the material group to allow the material to be assigned. This may involve changing settings in the material group definition.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) or OMW1 (Define Material Groups) to check and modify material and material group settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to materials and material groups in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.