How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB311 - Material &1 can't be consolidated using mixed layers

/SCMB/MC_PB311 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB -

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Material &1 can't be consolidated using mixed layers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB311 - Material &1 can't be consolidated using mixed layers ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB311 Material &1 can't be consolidated using mixed layers typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM), particularly when dealing with the consolidation of materials in mixed layers. This error indicates that the system is unable to consolidate the specified material due to the configuration or characteristics of the layers involved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mixed Layer Configuration: The material in question may be configured in a way that does not allow for mixed layer consolidation. This could be due to the characteristics of the material, such as its batch management settings or the way it is defined in the system.
  Layer Characteristics: The layers being used for consolidation may have incompatible characteristics. For example, if the layers have different quality statuses, batch numbers, or other attributes that prevent them from being mixed.
  Material Master Settings: The settings in the material master record may not allow for consolidation. This includes