How To Fix V1656 - Material &1 does not correspond to product hierarchy &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Material &1 does not correspond to product hierarchy &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1656 - Material &1 does not correspond to product hierarchy &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1656, which states "Material &1 does not correspond to product hierarchy &2," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when there is a mismatch between the material and the product hierarchy assigned to it. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Product Hierarchy: The material you are trying to process is not assigned to the specified product hierarchy. This can happen if the material master data is not correctly maintained.
  Incorrect Configuration: The product hierarchy may not be properly configured in the system, or the material may not be linked to the correct hierarchy level.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or product hierarchy settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the product hierarchy assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the product hierarchy is correctly defined and corresponds to the intended sales area.
  
  
  
  Verify Product Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the product hierarchy in the system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the product hierarchy is correctly set up and that the material is assigned to the appropriate hierarchy level.
  
  
  
  Update Material Assignment:
  
  If the material is not assigned to the correct product hierarchy, you can update the material master data (transaction code MM02) to assign the correct product hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Area Data:
  
  Ensure that the sales area data for the material is correctly maintained, as the product hierarchy can be specific to certain sales areas.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on product hierarchy and material master data management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  
  Master Data Management: Proper management of master data is crucial in SAP. Ensure that all relevant data is consistently maintained to avoid such errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and change material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V1656 error and ensure that your material is correctly linked to the appropriate product hierarchy.