How To Fix VK675 - Material type & has not been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 675

• Message text: Material type & has not been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK675 - Material type & has not been defined ?

  The SAP error message VK675 indicates that a specific material type has not been defined in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the system cannot find the specified material type in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Not Defined: The material type you are trying to use has not been set up in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Material Management (MM) module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the specified material type.
  Incorrect Input: The material type may have been incorrectly entered or does not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Material Types.
  Ensure that the material type you are trying to use is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Material Type:
  
  If the material type does not exist, you may need to create it. This requires appropriate authorization and knowledge of the material type settings.
  If it exists but is not configured properly, you may need to adjust its settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials of the specified type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the material type to ensure it is correct. Sometimes, a simple typo can lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  Material Type Examples: Common material types include raw materials (ROH), finished goods (FERT), semi-finished goods (HALB), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to material types and error VK675.
  
  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 Material Management.