How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF185 - Material &1 wasn't used to determine NLQ for reference material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Material &1 wasn't used to determine NLQ for reference material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF185 - Material &1 wasn't used to determine NLQ for reference material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF185 indicates that the system was unable to determine the Net Logistics Quantity (NLQ) for a reference material due to the specified material not being used in the calculation. This error typically arises in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and can be related to various factors in the configuration or data setup.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Configured: The material specified in the error message may not be properly configured in the system for the NLQ calculation.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data related to the material or reference material in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, info records).
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for NLQ determination may not be correctly defined in the system, leading to the inability to calculate the NLQ for the specified materials.
  Inactive or Obsolete Material: The material might be inactive or marked as obsolete, which can prevent it from being used in calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Configuration: Verify that the material &1 is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that it is active and has all necessary data filled out in the material master.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for both the material &1 and the reference material &2. Ensure that all relevant fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Validate NLQ Settings: Review the settings related to NLQ determination in the configuration. Ensure that the necessary parameters are set up correctly in the SCM system.
  Check for Dependencies: If the material is dependent on other materials or settings, ensure that those dependencies are correctly configured and active.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to NLQ determination for any specific requirements or known issues that might apply to your scenario.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SCMB related transactions to check and modify material settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.