How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF157 - Normalized quantities determined for &1 out of &2 selected materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Normalized quantities determined for &1 out of &2 selected materials

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF157 - Normalized quantities determined for &1 out of &2 selected materials ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF157 indicates that normalized quantities have been determined for a subset of selected materials in a process related to Supply Chain Management (SCM). This message typically arises in the context of planning or processing materials where certain conditions or configurations are not met for all selected materials.
  Cause:
  
  Material Configuration Issues: Some of the selected materials may not have the necessary configuration or data set up in the system, which prevents the system from calculating normalized quantities for all materials.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the materials, such as missing units of measure, incorrect material types, or incomplete data records.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to choose the materials may exclude some materials from being processed correctly.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or conditions may apply to specific materials that prevent them from being included in the normalized quantity calculation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the selected materials to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly. Pay special attention to units of measure and other relevant configurations.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for the materials are appropriate and that all intended materials are included in the selection.
  Analyze Business Rules: Investigate any business rules or conditions that may apply to the materials in question. Adjust the rules or the materials as necessary to ensure compatibility.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on the material data to identify any discrepancies or issues that need to be resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF157 message and its context within your specific SAP implementation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or transaction codes related to SCM planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance on resolving the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error message and implement a solution to resolve it.