How To Fix SIPT654 - Material &1 can no longer be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Material &1 can no longer be created

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete a material and then create a material with the same
material number if the corresponding material number has been used in
documents that have been posted with a Portuguese digital signature (in
a Portuguese company code or in a Portuguese organizational unit of a
foreign company code).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

If the system identifies that the material has been used in a document
with a Portuguese digital signature, it prevents the creation.

How to fix this error?

Use a different material number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT654 - Material &1 can no longer be created ?

  The SAP error message SIPT654, which states "Material &1 can no longer be created," typically occurs when there are restrictions or conditions that prevent the creation of a material in the SAP system. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information regarding this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type you are trying to create may have specific settings that restrict its creation under certain conditions.
  Status of the Material: The material may already exist in the system but is in a status that prevents further changes or creation.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the material master that restrict the creation of new materials based on certain criteria.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create materials in the specified material type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the creation of the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Type Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the material type in transaction code OMS2. Ensure that the material type allows for the creation of new materials.
  Verify Material Status: Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material already exists and review its status. If it exists, you may need to modify it instead of creating a new one.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create materials. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate any underlying configuration or data issues.
  Check for Existing Materials: If the material already exists, consider using the existing material instead of creating a new one. You can search for materials using transaction code MM03 or MM02.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material master data management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.