How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC001 - Higher-Level Item for Item &1 should be a generic article

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Higher-Level Item for Item &1 should be a generic article

What causes this issue?

You have entered a higher-level item value that?s not a generic article.

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?

Enter a higher-level item that?s a generic article.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC001 - Higher-Level Item for Item &1 should be a generic article ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC001 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a higher-level item in the context of purchasing. Specifically, it suggests that the higher-level item for the specified item (&1) should be a generic article, but it is not configured as such.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Item Configuration: The item in question is not set up as a generic article in the material master data.
  Hierarchy Issues: The item is part of a hierarchy where the parent item (higher-level item) is expected to be a generic article, but it is not.
  Master Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the material master data that prevent the system from recognizing the item as a generic article.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the settings for the higher-level item and ensure that it is marked as a generic article. This can typically be found in the Basic Data or Purchasing views.
  
  
  
  Adjust Item Configuration:
  
  If the higher-level item is not set as a generic article, you may need to change its configuration. This can be done using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master data.
  Ensure that the relevant fields are correctly filled out to classify the item as a generic article.
  
  
  
  Review Item Hierarchy:
  
  Check the hierarchy of items to ensure that the relationships are correctly defined. If necessary, adjust the hierarchy to ensure that the higher-level item is appropriately classified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to material master data and generic articles for additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Generic Articles: In SAP, generic articles are used to represent a group of similar items that share common characteristics. This allows for better inventory management and purchasing processes.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the material master (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) to understand how they interact and affect item classification.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material management include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFM_MM_PUR_PC001 error message in SAP.