How To Fix STEP762 - Create MAT &1: Material &2 found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 762

• Message text: Create MAT &1: Material &2 found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP762 - Create MAT &1: Material &2 found ?

  The SAP error message "STEP762 Create MAT &1: Material &2 found" typically occurs during the material creation process in SAP, particularly when there is an attempt to create a material that already exists in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Material Number: The error indicates that the material number you are trying to create (denoted as &2) already exists in the system. SAP does not allow the creation of materials with duplicate identifiers.
  Incorrect Input: The input data might have been incorrectly entered, leading to an attempt to create a material that is already present.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have specific restrictions or configurations that could lead to this error if not adhered to.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Materials: Before creating a new material, check if the material number already exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display