How To Fix SD_MATDET_MSG003 - Material determination type is required.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_MATDET_MSG - Message class for Material Determination maintenance

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Material determination type is required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_MATDET_MSG003 - Material determination type is required. ?

  The SAP error message SD_MATDET_MSG003 indicates that a material determination type is required for the material determination process in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid material determination type for the sales document being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Determination Type: The material determination type has not been defined in the system for the relevant sales document type or material.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for material determination may not be properly set up in the system.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not have a material determination type assigned to it.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to the absence of a material determination type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Material Determination Type:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Material Determination > Define Material Determination Types.
  Ensure that a material determination type is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Material Determination Type to Sales Document:
  
  In the same SPRO path, check the settings for the relevant sales document type.
  Ensure that the material determination type is assigned to the sales document type you are using.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data for the materials involved is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the relevant fields for material determination are filled out.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales document processing again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVK1 (for defining material determination types) and OVK2 (for assigning them to sales document types).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in material determination, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect the process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on material determination.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message SD_MATDET_MSG003 and ensure that material determination is functioning correctly in your SAP system.