How To Fix VCH_L2A_COMPARISON059 - Material variant &1 does not contain product &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_COMPARISON - LOVC to AVC comparison messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Material variant &1 does not contain product &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_COMPARISON059 - Material variant &1 does not contain product &2 ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_COMPARISON059 indicates that there is a mismatch between a material variant and a product in the system. Specifically, it states that the material variant specified does not contain the product that is being referenced. This error typically arises in scenarios involving variant configuration or when dealing with product master data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Material Variant: The material variant specified in the transaction does not have the product associated with it in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the material variant may not include the product, possibly due to incorrect settings or incomplete data entry.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing links between the material variant and the product.
  Incorrect Product Assignment: The product may not be assigned to the material variant in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the material variant and verify if the product is correctly assigned.
  Use transaction codes like CU50 (for configuration) to check the details of the material variant.
  
  
  
  Verify Product Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the product exists in the system and is correctly set up.
  Check the product master data using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to confirm that the product is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct Data:
  
  If the product is missing from the material variant, you may need to add it through the configuration settings.
  If there are discrepancies, correct the data in the relevant master records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up material variants and products to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU50: Configuration for material variants.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  CS03: Display material BOM (Bill of Materials) if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify material variants and product configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in variant configuration.