How To Fix VSCE409 - Material &1 is used in object dependency &3 but is never instantiated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Material &1 is used in object dependency &3 but is never instantiated

What causes this issue?

The specified object is used in dependencies. However, no instances of
the object have been created in a configuration for the current
knowledge base: It neither appears as an entry object for the
configuration in a knowledge base profile, nor in a bill of material.

System Response

The specified object is copied to the knowledge base runtime version,
but the corresponding dependency cannot be used during runtime. The
object and the referenced dependency are unnecessary uses of resources
(such as memory).

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can remove the relationship from the configuration
model.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE409 - Material &1 is used in object dependency &3 but is never instantiated ?

  The SAP error message VSCE409 indicates that a material (denoted as &1) is referenced in an object dependency (denoted as &3) but has not been instantiated. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration, where object dependencies are used to define how materials can be configured based on certain characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Uninstantiated Material: The material is defined in the object dependency but has not been instantiated in the configuration profile or variant configuration settings.
  Incorrect Dependency Logic: The logic in the object dependency may be incorrect, leading to a situation where the material is referenced but not properly instantiated.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration profile may not include the necessary settings to instantiate the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Dependency: Review the object dependency where the material is referenced. Ensure that the material is correctly defined and that the dependency logic is valid.
  Instantiate the Material: If the material is supposed to be instantiated, ensure that it is included in the configuration profile. You may need to create an instance of the material in the relevant configuration.
  Review Configuration Profile: Check the configuration profile associated with the material and ensure that all necessary materials and dependencies are included and correctly set up.
  Test Configuration: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the material is instantiated as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU01 (Create Object Dependency), CU02 (Change Object Dependency), and CU03 (Display Object Dependency) to manage object dependencies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on variant configuration and object dependencies for detailed guidance on how to set up and manage these elements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VSCE409 error and ensure that your materials and object dependencies are correctly configured in SAP.