How To Fix VMP_MSG240 - Material &1 not configured

VMP_MSG240 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Material &1 not configured

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG240 - Material &1 not configured ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG240 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) is not configured in the system for the process you are trying to execute. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with configurable materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Configured: The material you are trying to use has not been set up correctly in the system. This could mean that the necessary configuration profiles, dependencies, or characteristics are missing.
  Missing Configuration Profile: The material may not have an associated configuration profile that defines how it can be configured.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be suitable for configuration, or it may not be set up to allow for variant configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect entries in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03)