How To Fix V1870 - Repairs processing with cost management only for the main item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Repairs processing with cost management only for the main item

What causes this issue?

Repairs processing with cost management is only possible in the main
item (VBAP-POSNV) because this item number contains the costs and
stock.

System Response

The system did not find a requirements type with cost management.
The system did not find a plant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1870 - Repairs processing with cost management only for the main item ?

  The SAP error message V1870, which states "Repairs processing with cost management only for the main item," typically occurs in the context of repair processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with items that are part of a larger assembly or main item. This error indicates that the system is set up to allow cost management only for the main item and not for sub-items or components.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The error often arises due to the configuration settings in the SAP system, particularly in the area of repair processing and cost management. The system may be configured to allow cost management only for the main item, which can lead to this error when attempting to process repairs for sub-items or components.
  
  
  Item Category Settings: The item category settings for the materials involved may not allow for repairs to be processed in the way that is being attempted.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may