How To Fix W+397 - For early identification, you cannot use the material to start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 397

• Message text: For early identification, you cannot use the material to start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+397 - For early identification, you cannot use the material to start ?

  The SAP error message W+397 indicates that a material cannot be used for early identification in the context of a production or planning process. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is set up to prevent the use of certain materials for early identification due to specific configuration settings or business rules.
  Cause:
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that restricts its use in certain processes. For example, it could be blocked for procurement or production.
  Planning Parameters: The material may not be set up correctly in the material master data, particularly in the planning views.
  Early Identification Settings: The settings for early identification in the system may not allow the use of this material due to configuration settings in the planning or production modules.
  Stock Availability: There may be insufficient stock of the material, or it may not be in a usable state (e.g., quality inspection).
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the materials that can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Review the material status in the material master (transaction MM03) to ensure it is not blocked or restricted.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material is correctly configured in the material master, particularly in the planning and production views.
  Adjust Early Identification Settings: If applicable, review the configuration settings for early identification in the relevant SAP modules (e.g., PP, MM) to ensure that the material can be used.
  Check Stock Levels: Verify that there is sufficient stock of the material and that it is in a usable state.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines that may specify restrictions on the use of materials for early identification.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to investigate the material's status and availability.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in SPRO related to material management and production planning to ensure they align with your business processes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify material master data and related settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.