How To Fix WMGW_MM_MATRIX014 - Material and pricing reference material cannot be identical.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WMGW_MM_MATRIX - Messages for General Matrix Maintenance (Article Master)

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Material and pricing reference material cannot be identical.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WMGW_MM_MATRIX014 - Material and pricing reference material cannot be identical. ?

  The SAP error message WMGW_MM_MATRIX014 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of material and pricing reference materials in the system. Specifically, the error states that the material and pricing reference material cannot be identical. This typically occurs in the context of material master data or pricing conditions where the system expects different entities for these references.
  Cause:
  
  Identical Material and Pricing Reference: The error arises when the same material is being used as both the material and the pricing reference material in a configuration or transaction. This is not allowed because the system requires distinct references for pricing and material identification.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the material master or pricing condition records where the same material number is inadvertently assigned to both fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that the pricing reference material is set to a different material number than the material itself.
  Adjust Pricing Conditions: If you are working with pricing conditions, verify the condition records to ensure that the pricing reference material is not the same as the material being processed.
  Update Configuration: If this error is occurring in a specific configuration (like a pricing procedure), check the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the settings are correct and do not lead to this conflict.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of materials and pricing references in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), VK11 (Create Condition), or VK12 (Change Condition) to review and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data and pricing conditions, as restrictions may prevent you from resolving the issue.
  
  If the problem 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 and pricing.