How To Fix W_014 - Component material &1 is not empties material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_ - Upload CRM -> R3 BOMs / Structured Materials

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Component material &1 is not empties material

What causes this issue?

You want to include the material &V1& in an empties BOM. The material
type &V2& of this material is however not identified in the Customizing
of the material types as an empties material type.

System Response

The processing cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Ensure during the product upload, that the materials are created in
OLTP with the correct material type.
If the material type is correct, you should identify it in the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMS2>Customizing of the Material Types</> as an
empties material type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_014 - Component material &1 is not empties material ?

  The SAP error message:
  W_014 Component material &1 is not empties material
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when a component material in a production order or a bill of materials (BOM) is expected to be an "empties" material (i.e., a returnable packaging material such as bottles, crates, pallets, etc.), but the system finds that the material is not flagged as such in the material master.
  In SAP, "empties" materials are special types of materials used for packaging or containers that are returned after use. These materials are usually managed differently in inventory and production processes.
  The message indicates that the component material &1 (where &1 is the material number) is not classified as an empties material, but the process or configuration expects it to be.
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  When creating or processing production orders or process orders involving packaging materials.
  When using special stock or handling instructions related to empties.
  When the system expects a component to be an empties material due to configuration or master data settings but finds it is not.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number &1.
  Navigate to the Basic Data 1 or Additional Data tab.
  Check if the material is flagged as an empties material.
  
  This is usually done by setting the "Empties Material" indicator or similar flag depending on the SAP version and industry solution.
  
  
  
  
  
  Set the Empties Indicator:
  
  If the material should be an empties material, update the material master to mark it as such.
  Use transaction MM02 (Change Material) to set the empties indicator.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review BOM and Production Order:
  
  Verify that the BOM components are correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the component materials are correctly classified according to their usage.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs due to configuration in the production or packaging process, review the settings related to empties materials.
  This might involve checking the packaging material determination, special stock indicators, or movement types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes, this message is related to specific industry solutions (e.g., beverage, chemical industries) where empties handling is critical.
  Check SAP Notes or documentation for your industry solution for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Empties materials are often managed with special stock indicators (e.g., stock type "Empties" or "Returnable packaging").
  Proper classification ensures correct inventory management, costing, and logistics handling.
  Incorrect classification can lead to issues in stock postings, order confirmations, and reporting.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Component material is expected to be an empties material but is not flagged as such.
  
  
  Solution
  Mark the material as an empties material in the material master (MM02).
  
  
  Check
  Material master settings, BOM components, production order configuration, and stock types.
  
  
  Related Info
  Empties materials are returnable packaging materials managed specially in SAP.
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the empties indicator in your system, please specify your SAP module (e.g., PP, MM, SD) and industry solution, as the exact field or flag may vary.