How To Fix WP619 - Material & is a generic material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 619

• Message text: Material & is a generic material

What causes this issue?

You can only enter the relevant variants for generic materials using
the POS goods movement interface, as the existing quantity assignment
for the relevant variant is only applicable for stores.

How to fix this error?

Use the material number for the generic materials variants which
already exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP619 - Material & is a generic material ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WP619 - Material & is a generic material
  
  Cause:
  The error message WP619 occurs when you try to perform an operation (such as creating or processing a production order, sales order, or other transaction) with a material that is classified as a generic material in SAP. Generic materials are typically used as placeholders or templates and are not intended for direct transactional use.
  In SAP, generic materials are often flagged with a specific indicator (e.g., the "Generic Material" indicator in the material master or special material type) to denote that they represent a group or category of materials rather than a specific, tangible product.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Generic materials are used for planning or categorization purposes.
  They do not have stock or detailed transactional data.
  Transactions requiring specific material details (like production or sales) cannot be processed with generic materials.
  The system prevents such transactions to avoid inconsistencies or errors in inventory and production data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use a Specific Material:
  
  Instead of using the generic material, identify and use the specific material number that represents the actual product you want to process.
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:  
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material) and check the material type and any generic material indicators.
  If the material is incorrectly flagged as generic, consult with your master data team to correct it.
  
  
  
  Material Substitution or Variant:
  
  If you intended to use a generic material as a placeholder, consider using material variants or configure material substitution logic to automatically replace the generic material with a specific one during transactions.
  
  
  Review Business Process:
  
  Ensure that the business process or transaction is designed to handle generic materials appropriately. Some processes may require customization or enhancements to support generic materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Material Types:
  
  Generic materials might be assigned a special material type or flagged in the material master (e.g., material type HALB for semi-finished goods or custom types).
  
  
  Material Master Views:
  
  Check views like Basic Data, MRP, and Sales to understand how the material is set up.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search SAP Notes for message WP619 for any system-specific patches or recommendations.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  MM03 - Display Material  
  MM02 - Change Material  
  CO01 - Create Production Order (where error might occur)  
  VA01 - Create Sales Order (if applicable)
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Attempting to use a generic material in a transaction that requires a specific material.
  Solution: Use a specific material number instead of the generic one; correct material master data if necessary.
  Additional: Review business processes and material master settings to ensure proper use of generic materials.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where the error occurs, I can help with more tailored advice.