How To Fix /SCMB/SE_MDM021 - Material &1 is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SE_MDM -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Material &1 is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SE_MDM021 - Material &1 is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SE_MDM021 Material &1 is deactivated indicates that a specific material (represented by &1) has been deactivated in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Material Management (MM) modules, where materials need to be active for various processes such as planning, procurement, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of Material: The material has been marked as inactive in the system, which means it cannot be used in transactions or processes.
  Master Data Management: The material might have been deactivated due to changes in business processes, such as discontinuation of a product or changes in inventory management practices.
  Data Migration or Updates: During data migration or updates, materials may be deactivated if they do not meet certain criteria or if they are no longer relevant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reactivate the Material:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM02).
  Enter the material number that corresponds to &1.
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing) and check the status of the material.
  If the material is deactivated, you can reactivate it by changing the status to active.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not marked for deletion or inactive in any relevant views.
  Review the material's status in the system to confirm it is set to active.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Users:
  
  If the material was intentionally deactivated, consult with relevant business users or stakeholders to understand the reason and whether it should be reactivated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check if there are any configuration settings in the SCM or MM modules that might affect the activation status of materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM01 - Create Material Master
  
  
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the Material Master that may affect the material's status.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more details on material management and the implications of deactivating materials.
  
  If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for specific guidance related to your version of SAP.